Landry Shamet Signs One-Year Deal With New York Knicks

Shamet Bolsters Knicks' Bench Heading into 2024-25 NBA Season

The New York Knicks have signed guard Landry Shamet to a one-year contract, the team announced on Tuesday. The deal is reportedly worth $6.3 million.

Shamet's Role in New York

Shamet is expected to provide depth to the Knicks' backcourt, which includes starters Jalen Brunson and Quentin Grimes. He is a capable three-point shooter and has shown flashes of playmaking ability.

The Knicks have been looking to add a reliable bench scorer, and Shamet fits the bill. He averaged 9.3 points per game for the Phoenix Suns last season, shooting 41.5% from three-point range.

Knicks' Offseason Moves

The Knicks have been active in the offseason, making several moves to improve their roster. They traded for Josh Hart from the Portland Trail Blazers and signed Isaiah Hartenstein to a two-year deal.

The additions of Shamet, Hart, and Hartenstein give the Knicks a deeper and more versatile team. They hope to make a playoff run in the 2024-25 season after missing out last year.

Shamet's Career

Shamet was drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers with the 26th overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft. He has also played for the Los Angeles Clippers and Brooklyn Nets.

Shamet has career averages of 9.5 points per game, 2.3 rebounds per game, and 2.3 assists per game. He is a career 40.6% shooter from three-point range.