New York Knicks have offseason judgment on lineup changes

The New York Knicks made an offseason judgment on the lineup changes that initially appeared at the Athlon Sports.

This is the first time the New York Knicks have entered the Eastern Conference Finals' stable season since 2000.

Last summer, New York worked well for them by pairing with Jalen Brunson, Og Anunoby and Josh Hart.

The Knicks ranked third in the Eastern Conference in the regular season, and they were able to pass the Detroit Pistons and defending champion Boston Celtics in the playoffs to reach the Eastern Conference Finals.

Unfortunately for New York, this is where the season ends after the Indiana Pacers eliminate them in six games.

Now the Knicks are entering a crucial offseason to see some moves with the star talent they can use this summer, and ESPN's Shams Charania believes the Knicks' roster will change.

"The Knicks held an internal meeting this week to really evaluate everything from their coach to the players ... I do hope the Knicks are aggressive. ... (Thibodeau) not only has support from Jalen Brunson, but also from the front desk."

"The Knicks have an internal meeting this week that can really evaluate everything from coach to player…I do want the Knicks to attack abilities. ...(Thibs) not only has support from Jalen Brunson, but also provides a front desk."
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Of course, New York has been strengthening Anunoby, Towns and Bridges over the past two seasons, and Charania doesn’t think they will slow down their aggressiveness this summer.

Still, the Knicks does have a limited number of tradable assets, especially a wise draft pick, and to add another star player, they may have to move on from one of the key parts.

November 8, 2024; New York, New York, United States; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) drove to the basket in the first quarter of Madison Square Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) and forwards OG Anunoby (8) and Mikal Bridges (25). Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Image © Brad Penner-Imagn Image

While this may be the case, New York is in the forefront, and again delving into the playoffs next season, the Celtics seem to have made some changes due to Jayson Tatum’s injury, making the Knicks, the Cleveland Cavaliers and Pacers the top teams in the East next year.

So this offseason is a major result for the Knicks as they try to upgrade their roster and bench to win the championship in the next season’s championship game.

This story was first appeared on June 3, 2025 by Athlon Sports.