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Knicks consider Kaodirichi Akobundu-Ehiogu as free agent option

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 12:00 AM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Knicks consider Kaodirichi Akobundu-Ehiogu as free agent option

Summary

The New York Knicks are exploring free agent options to address the loss of Ariel Hukporti and missed opportunities with Jonas Valanciunas and Moussa Cisse. Kaodirichi Akobundu-Ehiogu, a standout from the Summer League and former player for the Mavericks, is under consideration. With averages of 6.4 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks per game during the Summer League, Akobundu-Ehiogu could provide the Knicks with needed depth at center. His previous experience in European leagues, particularly with Manresa in Spain, adds to his profile. The Knicks might offer a two-way deal or training camp invite to attract him.

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•Knicks seek to fill void left by Ariel Hukporti
•Missed out on Jonas Valanciunas and Moussa Cisse
•Kaodirichi Akobundu-Ehiogu averaged 6.4 points in Summer League
•He has professional experience in European leagues
•Potential fit for Knicks as a backup center option

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12:00 AMYahoo Sports — Summer League Standout Floated As Ideal Knicks Free Agent Target

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The New York Knicks might need to get creative as they seek to fill the void left behind by Ariel Hukporti.New York has already missed out on Jonas Valanciunas and saw its offer sheet to Moussa Cisse get matched by the Dallas Mavericks.According to Steven Simineri of Knicks on SI, Summer League standout Kaodirichi Akobundu-Ehiogu […] The post Summer League Standout Floated As Ideal Knicks Free Agent Target appeared first on HEAVY.
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