James Dolan comments on Knicks future with championship roster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 10:34 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Knicks owner James Dolan expressed uncertainty about keeping the team's championship roster intact during a radio appearance on WFAN. Dolan indicated that the Knicks are not willing to exceed the 'second apron' spending limit in order to retain key bench players. Mitchell Robinson, Jordan Clarkson, Landry Shamet, and Jose Alvarado face uncertain futures as free agents, which could weaken the team. The Knicks' starting five remains under contract, but the loss of any of these players would impact their playoff performance.
- •Dolan made comments during an appearance on WFAN in New York.
- •Knicks face potential departures of key role players as free agents.
- •Dolan stated team cannot go into the second apron for spending.
- •Current roster has starting five under contract for next season.
- •Decisions on free agents could significantly affect playoff prospects.
- 10:34 AMYahoo Sports — James Dolan pours cold water on Knicks keeping championship team intact
"Knicks owner James Dolan made no promises when it came to keeping New York's championship team together.
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