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James Wiseman Signs With Knicks
James Wiseman gets new NBA chance with Knicks after Warriors draft miss.
In brief
James Wiseman gets new NBA chance with Knicks after Warriors draft miss. James Wiseman signed an Exhibit-9 contract with New York Knicks to compete for a roster spot after struggling with Warriors. Originally reported by Golden State Warriors On SI.
James Wiseman Signs With Knicks
Golden State Warriors 2020 No. 2 overall pick James Wiseman has signed an Exhibit-9 contract with the defending champion New York Knicks.
Wiseman Competes for Roster Spot
Wiseman will compete in training camp with the hope of landing one of New York's two remaining standard contract roster spots.
Knicks Have Two Centers
After losing Mitchell Robinson to the Celtics in free agency, the Knicks have just two centers on the standard contract roster in Karl-Anthony Towns and Andre Drummond.
Drew Eubanks Also Signed
New York also signed center Drew Eubanks to an Exhibit-9 contract. It's possible that the winner of the Eubanks-Wiseman camp battle will make the 15-man roster.
Mike Brown's Coaching Role
Knicks coach Mike Brown was with the Warriors for Wiseman's first two seasons. He saw firsthand what Wiseman could bring to the table and what was holding him back.
Wiseman's NBA Struggles
In 1.5 years with the Pistons, Wiseman averaged 8.6 points and 6.1 rebounds, but his impact metrics were substandard.
Wiseman's Potential
Wiseman has struggled mightily in the NBA, but he's still just 25 years old. For a player his size, he has above-average athleticism.
The essence
James Wiseman signed an Exhibit-9 contract with New York Knicks to compete for a roster spot after struggling with Warriors.
