Knicks acquire draft rights to three international players in NBA Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 7:03 PM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
In the 2026 NBA Draft, the New York Knicks acquired the rights to three international players, increasing their total to 19. This move comes as the team, fresh off their championship, aims to navigate a salary cap situation. The Knicks retain rights to 13 active international players, more than any other NBA team. Among the newly acquired players are James Nnaji, a 21-year-old guard, and Hugo Besson, a 25-year-old point guard. The Knicks' strategy appears to leverage these rights to manage roster costs, allowing for player development outside the NBA.
- •Knicks now hold rights to 19 international players.
- •James Nnaji and Hugo Besson among the new acquisitions.
- •Strategy potentially allows player development without cap impact.
- •Team reclaims rights to younger players from trades.
- 7:03 PMYahoo Sports — International men of mystery: Inside the Knicks' collection of international draft rights
"Eric Samulski breaks down all the international players the Knicks have the draft rights to
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