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Knicks sign Jaden Akins and N'Faly Dante to late roster deals

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Last updated Sep 27, 2026

Knicks sign Jaden Akins and N'Faly Dante to late roster deals

Summary

The New York Knicks signed guard Jaden Akins and center N'Faly Dante in late roster moves ahead of training camp. Akins was on an Exhibit 10 contract but was waived, likely to join the Westchester Knicks, while Dante also signed an Exhibit 10 deal as he recovers from a knee injury. Both players provide the Knicks with options for their developmental pipeline, with Akins showing defensive promise from his time in college and G League, and Dante bringing size and rebounding potential once healthy.

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Status Watch

•Knicks sign Jaden Akins and N'Faly Dante before training camp.
•Akins waved after signing an Exhibit 10 contract; expected at Westchester.
•Dante recovering from a serious knee injury, not ready for season start.
•Akins averaged 11.3 points in Summer League for Knicks.
•Dante previously averaged 15 points and 9.8 rebounds in G League.

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4:06 AMYahoo Sports — Knicks Sign Intriguing Big Man and G League Star in Late Roster Moves

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The New York Knicks added an intriguing big man and G League standout in two late moves ahead of training camp. The post Knicks Sign Intriguing Big Man and G League Star in Late Roster Moves appeared first on HEAVY.
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