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Knicks’ brand new $12 million big man just took one for the team

July 6, 2025 by Empire Sports Media

NBA: Indiana Pacers at Philadelphia 76ers, Guerschon Yabusele, knicks
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The New York Knicks are clawing for every inch of financial flexibility they can find, hunting for ways to bolster their roster without busting the budget.

In a summer defined by navigating the NBA’s second apron, the Knicks just found a sneaky win that could make a real difference.

It’s the kind of under-the-radar maneuver that championship teams execute while the rest of the league isn’t paying close attention.

Yabusele’s contract opens the door for another veteran addition

Landing Guerschon Yabusele on a two-year, $12 million deal was already a smart move, but the finer details make it even sweeter.

According to Stefan Bondy of the New York Post, Yabusele will earn just under the full $5.7 million mid-level exception next season.

That small savings creates just enough breathing room for the Knicks to sign another veteran on a minimum contract.

It might not seem monumental, but in the NBA’s tight financial ecosystem, shaving off even a tiny slice of cap can unlock critical opportunities.

NBA: Philadelphia 76ers at San Antonio Spurs, Guerschon Yabusele, knicks
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The Knicks could now target more guard help

Given their current roster construction, the Knicks would be wise to use that new flexibility to shore up their backcourt.

They could go after a backup point guard or simply add another ball handler to help keep Jalen Brunson fresh for the postseason.

Depth issues showed last season when injuries forced the Knicks to juggle rotations that didn’t always click.

Another steady hand in the guard room could be the safety net this team badly needs.

Yabusele is thrilled to be in New York after lowball offer

As for Yabusele, he’s already embracing his role with the Knicks after reportedly receiving a disappointing offer from the Philadelphia 76ers.

For the 29-year-old forward, this move is about more than just money; it’s a chance to contribute to a team on the brink of something special.

Yabusele averaged 11 points, 5.6 rebounds and shot over 50% from the field last season, proving he can be a valuable piece off the bench.

When Karl-Anthony Towns rests, Yabusele provides a similar stretch skill set that allows the offense to keep humming.

It’s a luxury the Knicks didn’t have before and one they can now lean on without dramatically changing their game plan.

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Knicks continue to thread the needle in team building

Managing to sign Yabusele under the mid-level exception and still preserve room for a veteran minimum deal shows impressive cap discipline.

It’s the type of financial tightrope walk that separates good front offices from great ones.

Think of it like fitting a new piece into an already packed puzzle; it doesn’t just have to fit—it has to make the whole picture look better.

The Knicks now have options, flexibility, and a player eager to prove his worth after being undervalued elsewhere.

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