3 Knicks that earned untouchable status in 2022-23, 4 that should be cut loose

New York Knicks that should be cut loose: Evan Fournier

Originally signed as somewhat of a stopgap for the team during the 2021 NBA offseason, Evan Fournier’s meaningful time with the New York Knicks is essentially over. The signs have been rather clear since he was removed from the rotation earlier this season. He only appeared in 27 regular season games for the team and wasn’t turned to at all during the team’s postseason run — that’s quite telling.

Fournier is a likely trade candidate heading into the offseason and has just one more guaranteed year left on his contract. He does have a team option for the 2024-25 season, however. With the Knicks looking to make a big move during the offseason, you’d have to assume that Fournier’s contract will be used to help facilitate that.

Whether or not the Knicks can find the right deal for him remains the be seen, but it’s clear that his time with the team is basically over. Fournier played a key role for the Knicks when he was originally signed. He played his role and was the player the Knicks needed him to be at the time. As the Knicks head into a new era of basketball, Fournier is no longer needed.