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New York Knicks: Have these players played their final game with Knicks?

By Jeffrey Bellone

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 12: Frank Ntilikina #11 of the New York Knicks directs his teammates in the first half against the Washington Wizards at Madison Square Garden on February 12, 2020 in New York City.NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 12: Frank Ntilikina #11 of the New York Knicks directs his teammates in the first half against the Washington Wizards at Madison Square Garden on February 12, 2020 in New York City.NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) /
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JANUARY 12: Taj Gibson #67 of the New York Knicks reacts during the second half of the game against the Miami Heat at Madison Square Garden on January 12, 2020 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images) /

Taj Gibson

It’s entirely possible that the Knicks could waive Taj Gibson, taking them off the hook for the $9.45 million he is owed next season, and then sign him back to a team-friendly deal. The veteran big man might decide he rather stay in one place than make another jump at this point in his career, and it’s hard to believe the market for him would be very lucrative.

If Tom Thibodeau ends up coaching the Knicks, then you can definitely expect Gibson to find a way back onto the roster, as he has been one of Thibs biggest supporters after playing for him in Chicago and Minnesota. Gibson says the former Knick assistant has been “misunderstood.”

If Thibs doesn’t end up back in New York, or Gibson is able to find a decent contract offer on the open market, I wouldn’t expect the Knicks to go out of their way to keep him. While continuity is important, he has only been with the team for one season, and there are other veteran voices they can find on minimum deals to help their locker room.

Gibson has played in 62 games so far this season, seeing his points per game average drop below ten points for the first time in four seasons. However, he wasn’t brought to New York to score, as much as guide the young players. He has been a good foot solider for the team.

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