As expected, the Knicks have waived big man Skal Labissiere after signing him earlier this week, the team announced today (via Twitter).
When word of Labissiere’s agreement with New York broke, reports indicated that the plan was for him to eventually join the Westchester Knicks in the G League. Signing him to an Exhibit 10 contract ensured that the Knicks secured his NBAGL rights and should line him up for a $50K bonus.
Labissiere, 24, played 33 games for the Trail Blazers last season, averaging 5.8 PPG and 5.1 RPG in 17.2 MPG. He suffered a knee injury in December and never suited up for Atlanta after the Hawks acquired him in a trade deadline deal. He became an unrestricted free agent at season’s end.
The Knicks now have an open spot on their 20-man camp roster, clearing a path for them to sign either James Young or Andrew White, both of whom have also agreed to Exhibit 10 deals.
Kings should sign him
Why would anyone want to sign a player that was released by the Knicks?
Why would the kings want him back after he stunk it up there already?
wdym?????? dis dude has lots of potential he just didnt get a chance
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That was fast .
Not surprising. Most Exhibit 10 guys are only signed to secure their rights for the G League. Especially young guys. James Young and Andrew White will be “catch and releases” as well just to get them on Westchester.
Skal’s chances probably improved, in theory, if he gets regular minutes.
why? hes only 2 years away from 2 years away
Show ur work
You are thinking of Bruno Caboclo, who looked great tonight in Chicago.
In a couple of years the Brazilian Kevin Durant will be better than KD.
as long as he gets consistent mins he could be as good as KD or even giannis who knows
if only skal received consistent mins and got onto a playoff contending that is patient with his development, then he could turn out to be a very good role player.