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Keith Palek signs with Knicks for 2026 Summer League in Las Vegas

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 6:40 PM

Last updated Jul 1, 2026

Keith Palek signs with Knicks for 2026 Summer League in Las Vegas

Summary

Keith Palek III, a former Missouri State basketball player, has officially signed a Summer League contract with the New York Knicks. The undrafted forward will participate in practices ahead of the NBA Summer League, which runs from July 3 to July 19, in Las Vegas. Palek led Missouri State in scoring during the 2025-26 season, averaging 17.6 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 3.6 assists. His signing follows interest from other teams, including the Detroit Pistons and the Boston Celtics. The Knicks will begin their Summer League schedule on July 10 against the Brooklyn Nets.

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•Palek signed with the Knicks on June 25.
•He averaged 17.6 points and 6.2 rebounds at Missouri State.
•The Knicks Summer League opens on July 3 in Las Vegas.
•Palek becomes the first Missouri State player to achieve significant season stats.
•The Knicks' first game is on July 10 against the Brooklyn Nets.

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6:40 PMYahoo Sports — Missouri State’s Keith Palek signs with Knicks for Summer League

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Keith Palek III, an undrafted forward and Missouri State star, will suit up for the reigning NBA champs at this year's Summer League.
— Yahoo Sports

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