Knicks conduct pre-draft workouts with Karaban and Mitchell in New York
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 9:40 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The New York Knicks hosted pre-draft workouts on June 17 with UConn forward Alex Karaban and St. John's Dillon Mitchell. The workouts come ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft, where the Knicks hold picks No. 24, 31, and 55. Karaban, a key player in UConn's championship run, averaged 13.2 points per game last season, while Mitchell averaged 8.3 points and contributed significantly during his tenure at St. John's. Previous workouts included Duke guard Isaiah Evans, who showcased his skills after a strong sophomore season. The draft will take place at Barclays Center on June 23-24.
- •Knicks hosted workouts with Karaban and Mitchell on June 17.
- •Karaban averaged 13.2 points, 5.3 rebounds last season.
- •Mitchell recorded 8.3 points and seven rebounds per game.
- •Knicks have picks No. 24, 31, and 55 in the draft.
- •Duke guard Isaiah Evans also participated in a recent workout.
- 9:40 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks' NBA Draft News: Alex Karaban, Dillon Mitchell have pre-draft workout with New York
"The Knicks' pursuit of back-to-back championships begins this offseason with the 2026 NBA Draft. Here's the latest buzz surrounding the upcoming draft, which will emanate from Barclays Center on June 23-24.
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