Landry Shamet’s Unexpected Knicks Return: What This One-Year Deal Means for the Team’s Future

When it comes to roster moves, the Knicks definitely kept us all guessing this offseason. They mulled over some intriguing possibilities — yes, even ruminating on the idea of bringing in Ben Simmons — but ultimately, it was an old friend who won out. Landry Shamet, despite entertaining offers from several teams seeking bench depth, chose familiarity and a chance to contend with New York once more. Shams Charania scooped the news first: Shamet’s inked a one-year veteran minimum deal to return to the Garden. Ian Begley of SNY.TV later added some color, noting that Shamet prioritized returning to a locker room he respects and a team with real title aspirations. Last season, Shamet posted 5.7 points per outing, draining nearly 40% from beyond the arc—a solid shooter ready to carve out minutes in a crowded backcourt helmed by Mike Brown. With Jalen Brunson and Mikal Bridges slated as starters, and the likes of Miles “Duece” McBride, Jordan Clarkson, and Tyler Kolek also in the mix, Shamet’s fight for playing time is far from over—and frankly, that competitive grit might be exactly what the Knicks need. LEARN MORE.

The Knicks considered other options, including Ben Simmons. Landry Shamet had other offers from teams looking for bench depth.

In the end, they decided to get back together, with Shamet agreeing to a one-year veteran minimum contract to return to New York, a story broken by Shams Charania of ESPN. Ian Begley of SNY.TV confirmed this, and he added details.

Shamet averaged 5.7 points across 50 games for the Knicks last season, while shooting 39.7% from beyond the arc.

Shamet joins a fairly deep guard rotation, one that new coach Mike Brown is going to trust and use more than Tom Thibodeau did. Jalen Brunson and Mikal Bridges are expected to start at the guard spots, with Miles “Duece” McBride and newcomer Jordan Clarkson behind them. Shamet will be fighting for minutes behind that foursome, along with Tyler Kolek.