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Knicks add second-round pick Jack Kayil to Summer League roster

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 1:09 PM

Last updated Jul 9, 2026

Knicks add second-round pick Jack Kayil to Summer League roster
Summary

The New York Knicks have added second-round pick Jack Kayil to their Summer League roster ahead of their exhibition opener against the Nets. Kayil was previously excluded from the roster due to a club issue but is now expected to showcase his skills. He averaged 12.3 points, 3.5 assists, and 2.7 rebounds in the Alba Berlin league last season and earned recognition in the FIBA Champions League. The team is evaluating him for a potential two-way contract or a return to Germany.

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By the Numbers
  • •Jack Kayil officially joins Knicks' Summer League roster.
  • •Exhibition opener against Nets is scheduled for Friday night.
  • •Kayil averaged 12.3 points and 3.5 assists last season.
  • •He was named FIBA Champions League Best Young Player.
  • •Knicks assessing his future role with the team.
Latest Updates
  • 5:22 AMYahoo Sports — Knicks Insider Makes Notable Jack Kayil Prediction After Summer League Debut
  • 1:09 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 second-round pick Jack Kayil added to Knicks' Summer League roster
What they're saying
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A longtime Knicks insider made an intriguing prediction about Jack Kayil after the rookie impressed in his Summer League debut. The post Knicks Insider Makes Notable Jack Kayil Prediction After Summer League Debut appeared first on HEAVY.

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SNY’s Rafael Canton recently broke down 4 Knicks to watch during the NBA Summer League, and it appears you could add another to the list.

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