The Knicks made a roster call that caught plenty of attention over the weekend, waiving veteran guard Bruce Brown after a camp stint that had him in the mix for one of the team’s final spots.
Brown, who won an NBA title, had joined New York in training camp and quickly emerged as a serious option for the roster. The idea around the league was simple: if the Knicks could clear space, he looked like the kind of steady, useful veteran worth keeping. But that path required a move first, and the team couldn’t get one done in time.
“Bruce Brown has also put himself in good position to get roster spot, but Knicks would need to trade a rostered player to make that happen. Brown, in my opinion, would be a great value addition for the Knicks, giving them strong veteran depth in case of injury. ESPN reported Eubanks will be waived after suffering pectoral injury,” SNY’s Ian Begley posted.
Brown’s value is in the versatility. He can help in a lot of different ways, which is why reports had the Knicks exploring ways to open a lane for him to stick. That included trade discussions around the league as New York tried to sort out its own roster math.
“As the 2026-27 season draws near and teams contemplate roster spots, the Knicks and Lakers have both actively been exploring trade talks to move Pacome Dadiet and Dalton Knecht, respectively, sources told ClutchPoints,” NBA insider Brett Siegel wrote.
With the Knicks set to open their season Tuesday night, the front office had to decide over the weekend, and Brown was the odd man out for now.
“The Knicks announce that they have waived veteran Bruce Brown. James Wiseman makes NY’s opening night roster, as Brown may fill the 15th spot later in December when contracts are prorated,” Siegel posted.
That doesn’t necessarily close the door. Brown could still circle back to New York later in the season if the roster picture changes. He’s earned a reputation as a player who will fit into whatever role is needed, and the Knicks may yet have a place for that kind of presence down the road.
For now, though, the combination of the second apron and the team’s need for another center forced a tough choice. The question now is whether Brown waits for a possible December return or lands elsewhere before then.
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