Knicks re-sign guards Jose Alvarado and Landry Shamet to new contracts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 1:47 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
The Knicks have strengthened their guard depth for the upcoming season by re-signing Jose Alvarado and Landry Shamet. Alvarado signed a three-year, $14 million contract after declining his $4.5 million player option, while Shamet agreed to a four-year, $24 million deal. Both guards played crucial roles during the Knicks' championship run, providing depth and scoring in key moments. This reinforcement of their backcourt comes as the team looks to repeat their success, maintaining chemistry built during the previous season. The Knicks are aiming to stay competitive without exceeding salary cap restrictions as they build towards another playoff contention.
- •Alvarado signed a three-year deal worth $14 million.
- •Shamet agreed to a four-year contract totaling $24 million.
- •Both guards were instrumental in the Knicks' playoff success.
- •The Knicks are focused on maintaining salary cap flexibility.
- •These moves enhance New York's competitiveness for the upcoming season.
- 1:47 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks secure their guard depth for the future as NY looks to repeat
"The Knicks kicked off their championship repeat campaign by locking down guards Jose Alvarado and Landry Shamet to team-friendly contracts.
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