The New York Knicks just made a move that adds depth, versatility, and a bit of intrigue to their roster. With their final roster spot now filled, the Knicks have signed 22-year-old forward Jeremy Sochan, a former lottery pick who brings both upside and experience to the table - and he’s still just scratching the surface of his potential.
Sochan, who made history as the youngest player ever to suit up for the Polish national team, arrives in New York after a stint with the San Antonio Spurs. This season, he logged 28 games with the Spurs, averaging 4.1 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.0 assist in just under 13 minutes per game. While those numbers might not jump off the page, they don’t tell the full story of what Sochan brings to the floor.
At 6-foot-8 and 230 pounds, Sochan has the physical tools and athleticism to thrive in today’s NBA. He’s a high-motor forward who can slash, defend multiple positions, and impact the game without needing the ball in his hands. That kind of profile fits well with what the Knicks have built - a hard-nosed, defense-first identity that thrives on effort and energy.
In his time with San Antonio, Sochan showed flashes of the player many projected when he was taken in the lottery. Over parts of four seasons, he averaged 10.4 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 2.6 assists across 212 games (149 starts). He became the seventh-fastest player in Spurs franchise history to notch 1,500 points and 1,000 rebounds - a testament to his productivity when given consistent minutes.
And let’s not forget his rookie campaign. Back then, Sochan averaged 11.0 points and 5.3 assists, earning All-Rookie Second Team honors.
He looked like a foundational piece, and while things didn’t quite pan out in San Antonio, that early production still resonates around the league. That’s why several contending teams reportedly had interest in him after the Spurs waived him on Tuesday.
For the Knicks, this is a classic low-risk, high-upside move. Sochan is still just 22, with plenty of room to grow.
He’s not being asked to carry a heavy load - instead, he’ll likely slot in as a utility forward who can give Jalen Brunson and company some much-needed support off the bench. Whether it’s providing defensive versatility, running in transition, or simply bringing energy to the second unit, Sochan has the tools to carve out a role in New York.
This signing doesn’t just fill out the roster - it adds another layer to a Knicks team that’s already been building momentum. If Sochan can tap into the promise he showed early in his career, the Knicks might have landed a valuable piece at just the right time.