Knicks' James Dolan discusses roster limits for next season
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 3:17 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
James Dolan addressed the Knicks' roster situation on WFAN's Carton Show. He emphasized the team's financial strategy, stating they cannot exceed the NBA's second apron, which imposes penalties on overspending. Dolan indicated that while most of their key players are under contract, roster decisions will need to be made to remain compliant with salary cap regulations., unrestricted free agents include Mitchell Robinson, who could be a significant factor in the Knicks' offseason plans. Free agency begins June 30, leaving the team with limited time to navigate potential changes.
- •Dolan states the Knicks cannot exceed the second apron.
- •Mitchell Robinson is an unrestricted free agent this offseason.
- •Free agency starts June 30, requiring immediate attention.
- •Most key players are under contract, but tough choices loom.
- 1:08 PMYahoo Sports — James Dolan says Knicks won't go into second apron to keep team together after championship
- 4:06 AMESPN — Dolan says second apron not an option for Knicks
- 10:49 PMSNY.tv — Knicks' James Dolan on next season's roster construction: 'Cannot go into the second apron' - SNY
- 10:45 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks' James Dolan on next season's roster construction: 'Cannot go into the second apron'
"On the heels of its first NBA title in 53 years, Knicks owner James Dolan told WFAN radio on Wednesday that he will not go into the punitive second apron to keep his team intact for the 2026-27 season.
"Knicks owner James Dolan was asked about the possibility that the roster could remain the same next season, and Dolan was honest about the limitations of the NBA's second apron.
"Knicks owner James Dolan was asked about the possibility that the roster could remain the same next season, and Dolan was honest about the limitations of the NBA's second apron.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 18, 2026, 1:08 PMJames Dolan says Knicks won't go into second apron to keep team together after championship
James Dolan will spend money this offseason, but not if it puts the Knicks in a bad spot moving forward.
- ESPNJun 18, 2026, 4:06 AMDolan says second apron not an option for Knicks
On the heels of its first NBA title in 53 years, Knicks owner James Dolan told WFAN radio on Wednesday that he will not go into the punitive second apron to keep his team intact for the 2026-27 season.
- SNY.tvJun 17, 2026, 10:49 PMKnicks' James Dolan on next season's roster construction: 'Cannot go into the second apron' - SNY
Knicks owner James Dolan was asked about the possibility that the roster could remain the same next season, and Dolan was honest about the limitations of the NBA's second apron.
- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 10:45 PMKnicks' James Dolan on next season's roster construction: 'Cannot go into the second apron'
Knicks owner James Dolan was asked about the possibility that the roster could remain the same next season, and Dolan was honest about the limitations of the NBA's second apron.
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