Knicks sign Andre Drummond to one-year deal as backup center
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 10:46 PM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
The New York Knicks have signed free agent Andre Drummond to a one-year contract, confirming his role as the backup center. This move comes after the departure of Mitchell Robinson. Drummond, who starred at Mount Vernon, will back up Karl-Anthony Towns. The Knicks are also considering Jonas Valanciunas as a potential third center option if Drummond becomes a free agent in the future.
- •Andre Drummond signs one-year deal with the Knicks
- •Drummond to serve as backup center behind Karl-Anthony Towns
- •Mitchell Robinson has left the team
- •Knicks may pursue Jonas Valanciunas as third center option
- 10:46 PMYahoo Sports — Drummond, former Mount Vernon star, will be backup 5 …
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