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NY Knicks: Voting for the players New York should keep this offseason

By Jeffrey Bellone

Mar 6, 2020; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks center Taj Gibson (67) scores a basket against Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams (12) during the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 6, 2020; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks center Taj Gibson (67) scores a basket against Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams (12) during the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mar 11, 2020; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; New York Knicks guard Wayne Ellington (2) wears rubber gloves as he practices before a game against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports /

Wayne Ellington: Non-guaranteed at $8.0 million

Vote to Keep

Things never took off as Knicks fans had originally hoped for Wayne Ellington last season. After shooting around the 90th percentile for effective field goal percentage over the previous few seasons, his accuracy dropped to the 26th percentile in New York. However, it’s hard to fully evaluate his short tenure in the Big Apple, as he was limited to only 36 games this past season—his playing time inconsistent under interim coach Mike Miller and when teammate Reggie Bullock was healthy.

Given a normal spot in the rotation, the veteran could give the Knicks shooting depth. And if they were to waive him and re-sign him at a cheaper rate, he could be an attractive alternative to some of the more expensive shooting options on the market.

Vote for Change

While the Knicks and Bullock decided to stick together last season instead of working out a buyout agreement, if the veteran shooter isn’t getting paid $8 million to stay in New York, it seems probable he would look to join a contender. There’s no reason for the Knicks to compete to keep his services at a price much higher than the minimum.

ELECTION RESULT: Vote for Change

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