New York Knicks Sign Wing Landry Shamet
Shamet Joins Knicks on One-Year Deal
The New York Knicks have signed wing Landry Shamet to a one-year contract, the team announced on Thursday. The deal is reportedly worth $4.5 million.
Shamet, 25, is a 6-foot-4 shooting guard who has played for the Philadelphia 76ers, Los Angeles Clippers, and Phoenix Suns in his career.
Last season, Shamet averaged 9.3 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game for the Suns. He shot 42.9% from the field and 38.7% from three-point range.
Shamet Expected to Provide Shooting and Defense for Knicks
Shamet is expected to provide the Knicks with much-needed shooting and defense. He is a career 39.1% three-point shooter and has a reputation as a good perimeter defender.
The Knicks have been looking for a reliable shooting guard to play alongside All-Star forward Julius Randle.
Shamet is expected to fill that role and help the Knicks improve on their disappointing 35-47 record from last season.
Knicks Prepare for Training Camp
The Knicks are set to begin training camp on September 27.
The team has a number of new faces, including Shamet, Jalen Brunson, and Isaiah Hartenstein.
The Knicks are hoping that their new additions will help them make a run at the playoffs this season.
Additional Information on Landry Shamet
- Shamet was drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers with the 26th overall pick in the 2018 NBA draft.
- He was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers in 2019 as part of the Tobias Harris deal.
- Shamet was traded to the Phoenix Suns in 2021 as part of the Chris Paul trade.
- He has career averages of 9.3 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game.
- Shamet is a career 39.1% three-point shooter.
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