New York Knicks There’s already a frontrunner emerging in battle for Knicks’ final roster spot By Stefan Bondy Published Oct. 2, 2026, 7:29 p.m. ET James Wiseman, who is battling for a Knicks roster spot, looks to pass the ball during a Pacers game last season. NBAE via Getty Images The Knicks’ preseason plan, according to head coach Mike Brown, is to ease in the starters and build them up toward an Oct. 15 dress rehearsal in the preseason finale.
For the first four games — including Monday against the 76ers in Philadelphia — that probably means a heavier dose of the reserves.
It’s also the best opportunity to evaluate the final roster spot.
The Knicks, per sources, are prioritizing a center. That was reiterated when Tony Bradley, a 6-foot-11 veteran, was brought into camp to battle James Wiseman and Drew Eubanks.
