Landry Shamet contributes to Knicks during NBA Finals on minimum contract

Landry Shamet has emerged as a key contributor for the Knicks in the NBA Finals, scoring 13 points off the bench in each of the first two games. His performance follows a strong showing in the conference finals where he scored 30 points across the last two games. Shamet, initially signed to a non-guaranteed contract, has solidified his role in the team's playoff push. Knicks coach Mike Brown emphasized Shamet's unique skill set and mental toughness as vital to the team's success. With Shamet becoming an unrestricted free agent this summer, the Knicks may struggle to retain him amid salary cap constraints.

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