Knicks expect Tyler Nickel to join team after summer league performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 1:38 AM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
The New York Knicks are optimistic about signing second-round draft pick Tyler Nickel for the upcoming season. A recent federal court ruling extended NCAA eligibility for players like Nickel, who could return to college. However, he is reportedly leaning toward starting his professional career with the Knicks. The Knicks have made a qualifying offer, which would allow them to retain Nickel's rights should he opt for college. Nickel played well in the summer league, averaging 12.2 points, and has drawn comparisons to NBA players for his shooting ability.
- •Tyler Nickel is a second-round pick from the 2026 NBA Draft.
- •A recent court ruling allows him to return to college for another year.
- •Nickel averaged 12.2 points in the summer league.
- •The Knicks made a qualifying offer to keep his draft rights.
- •There is momentum toward Nickel starting his pro career with the Knicks.
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