Knicks sign former Warriors draft pick James Wiseman for roster competition
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 6:51 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
The New York Knicks have signed James Wiseman, a former center with the Golden State Warriors, to an Exhibit 9 deal. The 25-year-old has struggled in his NBA career thus far, averaging 9.0 points and 5.5 rebounds across five seasons with various teams, including the Warriors, Detroit Pistons, and Indiana Pacers. Wiseman, who was a highly-rated No. 2 overall pick, has been looking for a fresh opportunity to revitalize his career. The Knicks aim to bolster their roster as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Wiseman joins the Knicks after stints with the Warriors, Pistons, and Pacers.
- •He averaged 4.6 points and 1.5 rebounds in five games with Indiana.
- •Wiseman was the No. 2 overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft.
- •The Knicks signed him to an Exhibit 9 deal on September 16, 2026.
- •The team aims to enhance their roster for the 2026-27 season.
- 6:51 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks sign 6-foot-11 ex-Warriors draft bust to compete for roster spot
"The New York Knicks have signed a former Golden Warriors center who failed to live up to expectations.
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