SEPTEMBER 23: Nearly three months after his agreement was first reported, Brooks has officially signed his Exhibit 10 contract with the Knicks, the team confirmed today in a press release.
Having made a couple cuts earlier today, New York now has 19 players officially under contract.
JUNE 24: Garrison Brooks, an undrafted rookie, is signing an Exhibit 10 contract with the Knicks, reports Andrew Slater of Pro Insight (via Twitter).
Brooks, who turns 23 next week, used his extra season of college eligibility to transfer to Mississippi State last season after four years with North Carolina. In 34 games (30.3 MPG) in his final season, he averaged 10.4 PPG and 6.6 RPG on .458/.342/.692 shooting.
Brooks’ best college season statistically came back in 2019/20 for the Tar Heels, when he averaged 16.8 PPG, 8.5 RPG and 2.0 APG in 32 games (34.9 MPG). He earned a spot on the All-ACC Second Team and was named the league’s Most Improved Player for his efforts.
On an Exhibit 10 contract, the Knicks could convert Brooks to a two-way contract or give him a bonus of up to $50K if he becomes an affiliate player for the Westchester Knicks, their G League team.
What a draft. LOL Knicks… again.
I agree bad draft …..
Under Rose and Thibs. Knicks have found plenty of talent. Like Sims in 2nd rd.
Seems obvious Knicks are going after players who want out. Or need a new home. They have stockpiled picks to make a trade. That’s what I see. I’m not a Brunson fan. I like McBride better. But it looks like he is coming home. I don’t see real progress until they move Randle.
Man it’s been a hot second since the knicks were good. This is the best team, the best player & the best game the franchise has had since their last nba title, 50yrs ago. 24pts 22rebs 7asts for Big Pat.. link to m.youtube.com