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Knicks Rumors: Pros and Cons of potentially signing Shelvin Mack

By Maxwell Ogden

BOSTON, MA - FEBRUARY 29: Shelvin Mack #8 of the Utah Jazz takes a shot against Amir Johnson #90 of the Boston Celtics during the first quarter at TD Garden on February 29, 2016 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
BOSTON, MA - FEBRUARY 29: Shelvin Mack #8 of the Utah Jazz takes a shot against Amir Johnson #90 of the Boston Celtics during the first quarter at TD Garden on February 29, 2016 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) /
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Pro: Affordability

The harsh reality that New York Knicks fans must accept is that most free agent point guards will command hefty salaries. They may not be max contracts, but with roughly $30 million per season divvied up between Courtney Lee and Joakim Noah, the Knicks have limited flexibility.

Although he offers quality contributions on the court, it’s the potential affordability of signing Shelvin Mack that’s most appealing.

New York expressed interest in Jeff Teague, who signed a three-year deal worth $57 million with the Minnesota Timberwolves. It expressed interest in George Hill, who signed a three-year deal worth $57 million with the Sacramento Kings.

It expressed interest in Jrue Holiday, who signed a massive five-year contract worth $126 million with the New Orleans Pelicans.

Rather than paying $19 million or more per season for one of three players with a combined two All-Star Game appearances, New York remained patient. That may backfire from a pure talent perspective, but it was a wise decision when one focuses strictly on talent.

Considering Patty Mills signed a four-year, $50 million deal with the San Antonio Spurs, the Knicks should be able to sign Mack for even less—in length and cost.