Knicks' 3 Biggest Offseason Priorities Post-Shamet Deal
Knicks' 3 Biggest Offseason Priorities Post-Shamet Deal
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New York KnicksWith just over 24 hours remaining before the start of NBA free agency, the Knicks addressed one of their biggest offseason concerns by reportedly agreeing on a four-year deal with Landry Shamet. The new contract is an absolute bargain, carrying an average annual value (AAV) of just $6 million.
With Shamet's future in the Big Apple secure, it's time for Leon Rose & Co. to turn their attention to the remainder of the Knicks' offseason to-do list, which includes these three opportunities that can't go ignored.
1. Securing a legitimate Mitchell Robinson replacement
As relieving as it is to see Shamet's return, Mitchell Robinson's future is a different story. A combination of developing outside interest in the veteran center and Knicks owner James Dolan's desire to avoid the second apron has left the door open for Robinson's time in New York to end.
With all signs pointing towards an exit out of Madison Square Garden, the Knicks need to have a proper Robinson replacement lined up. Whether it's Yves Missi or one of the numerous free-agent centers hitting the market this week, New York must have its pulse on free agency to secure the best backup they can.
While backup centers don't get the most love, Robinson's contributions are well-appreciated among Knicks fans. The Western Kentucky product was a key factor for the majority of the postseason, which includes averaging 5.7 rebounds in 13.3 minutes per appearance between the NBA Finals and Eastern Conference Finals.
Robinson won't be easy to replace, and the Knicks likely won't be able to do so with a 100% success rate. That's why they must lock down one of the top backup options—perhaps via trade, unless they want the frontcourt to be a concern this fall.
2. Trade Pacome Dadiet
Looking to keep the championship window open as long as possible, the Knicks should look to maximize the value of their inconsequential assets. Although he could be a solid NBA player one day, former 2024 first-round pick Pacôme Dadiet is one of those potential trade pieces, and it might be in the Knicks' best interest to turn the page on him sooner rather than later.
Dadiet, 20, didn't give much to write home about in Year 2 of his professional career. The 6-foot-9 Frenchman only averaged 1.7 ppg on 33.3 FG% in 29 outings during the regular season before being a non-factor in the postseason, playing 5.7 minutes per game across seven appearances—none coming in the NBA Finals.
It's clear that the Knicks can go all the way without Dadiet doing much, or anything at all, which is why they might want to weaponize his potential in a trade. He likely won't see much action again next season in New York, whereas another team might have a top-10 spot for him in their lineup and believe that's the key to unlocking all he has to offer.
Dadiet could be something one day, but it's in the Knicks' best interest to let another team find that out, avoiding a potential time-waster in the process. If the Knicks can get draft picks out of a situation like that and save money, that sure sounds like it fits Dolan's agenda.
3. Extend Karl-Anthony Towns
One of the Knicks' biggest current concerns is technically a future problem: needing to extend Karl-Anthony Towns.
The franchise's No. 1 center is eligible for an extension as he heads into the offseason. Towns does have a $61 million player option for the 2027-28 season, according to Spotrac; however, there's a chance that he'll decline that in favor of the biggest payday possible. His value is already sky-high after winning the Larry O'Brien Trophy this spring, and his situation could skyrocket if the Knicks can defy the odds to win back-to-back titles.
On June 18, ESPN's Bobby Marks noted that Towns is eligible to sign a four-year, $272 million extension ($68 million AAV). Considering how the AAV for that deal is more than his player option, it might be enough to keep him in New York for the foreseeable future. Otherwise, the Knicks risk him declining his option, forcing them into a bidding war, which Dolan would like to avoid.
The Finals showed just the type of series-altering player Towns can be, giving the Knicks every reason to secure the next several years of his career. An uncertain future would be an unwanted distraction on the path towards potential back-to-back titles, cementing what needs to be done.
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DEVON PLATANAWith a master's degree in journalism from Carleton University, Devon has spent the last six years in digital sports media, writing for Forbes Advisor, Betting News, Athlon Sports, The Hockey Writers and FanSided. Devon's work at OnSI includes covering the New York Yankees, New York Knicks and New York Jets.
Badenoch blasts 'moaning' female Labour MPs over Burnham jobs 'quota'
Kemi Badenoch has told Labour women to earn a job in Andy Burnham's Cabinet instead of demanding they are handed jobs because of their gender.
The Tory leader lashed out today amid reports that female MPs are demanding the de-facto new prime minister introduce a 50:50 gender split 'quota' in his government.
Amid reports that former foreign secretary David Miliband is being lined up to return to the role, possibly with his brother Ed as Chancellor, one female minister also complained that Burnham could not have 'more Milibands than women' in the top posts.
But in a scathing article in the Times today Mrs Badenoch told them to 'stop moaning' and get chosen on merit instead of retreating into 'more of the failed identity politics that is holding back our country'.
'There are many, many reasons why you shouldn't have any Milibands in the cabinet,' she said.
'But complaining that the boys haven't given them the right jobs or that the boys are taking all the jobs, just shows that Labour's women still don't get it.'
The idea of quotas was also attacked by Baroness Jacqui Smith, Labour's Skills Minister.
Asked by Times Radio if Mr Burnham should reserve jobs for women, she said: 'No, I think what Andy Burnham should be doing is building the very best team around him to change this country.'
A letter written by the Women's Parliamentary Labour Party has called on Mr Burnham to ensure a 50:50 split between men and women in government jobs
Amid reports that former foreign secretary David Miliband (above, right, in 2010) is being lined up to return to the role, possibly with his brother Ed as Chancellor, one female minister complained that Burnham could not have 'more Milibands than women' in the top posts
But Mrs Badenoch told them to pipe down and get chosen on merit instead of retreating into 'more of the failed identity politics that is holding back our country'
A letter written by the Women's Parliamentary Labour Party and seen by the BBC has called on Mr Burnham to ensure a 50:50 split between men and women in government jobs after he succeeds Sir Keir Starmer.
'We are asking you to demonstrate this change from day one and address the toxicity and misogyny within our own party and government,' it said.
Labour has never had a female leader, while the Conservatives have had three, and Mrs Badenoch urged the government to follow its meritocratic example.
'If you run a meritocracy, then you do not have to worry about jobs for the boys,' she wrote.
'Every woman who is a Conservative MP, every woman who has ever won the leadership, has had to fight to get where she is.
'By contrast, Labour women are demanding guarantees from Burnham. But the truth is he doesn't have to give any guarantees.
'If none of Labour's women are prepared to get their hands dirty and challenge him for the leadership, their demands are toothless.'
'In fact, it's quite revealing that the women's parliamentary Labour Party has written to Burnham asking him to commit himself to at least 50 per cent female ministers.
'This has nothing to do with meritocracy. It is yet more of the failed identity politics that is holding back our country.'
Venezuela Fury and Noah Price subsidising their life by livestreaming
Venezuela Fury and her husband Noah Price look to be making their own way in the world by raking it in from their lucrative social media accounts.
The influencer daughter of Tyson and Paris Fury, 16, has become an internet sensation after tying the knot with her husband Noah, 19, earlier this year.
Since getting married and moving in together the couple have been earning thousands of pounds a month, livestreaming their life as newlyweds in their static caravan in the East Riding of Yorkshire.
And fans can't get enough of their regular life updates on TikTok and Kick, which have proved to be very profitable for the pair.
They look to be supporting themselves after Noah denied that he was given £5million by Venezuela's family as a wedding gift.
Despite his wife's huge family wealth, an estimated combined £160 million, Noah recently told his Kick followers that he 'pays for everything' for the couple.
Making light of the claims about Venezuela's millionaire financial status, Noah said: 'I actually pay for everything unfortunately. You'd expect the millionaire to pay for it wouldn't you.'
Venezuela Fury and Noah Price are earning thousands livestreaming their caravan life - after her new groom insisted he pays all the bills and denied he had £5m handout from her dad
The influencer daughter of Tyson and Paris Fury , 16, has become an internet sensation after tying the knot with her husband Noah, 19, earlier this year
Venezuela then asked their fans: 'Do you think I am a millionaire?'
Noah joked: 'She isn't a secret millionaire guys', before she broke into song and sang: 'But I live like a millionaire!'
But it seems according to estimated calculations from their social media work, Noah and Venezuela can more than afford to support themselves.
Noah has been livestreaming on platforms such as Kick and TikTok, where viewers can send paid gifts or donations.
He was previously encouraging viewers to send gifts on his honeymoon during livestreams, suggesting this is one revenue stream.
Both Noah and Venezuela have built substantial followings on Instagram and TikTok. They can potentially earn money through sponsored posts, brand collaborations, affiliate links and creator payouts.
Kick allows its creators to take home 95 per cent of the £4.99 subscription cost that fans pay.
Streamers keep 100 per cent of direct tips and donations, minus minor standard payment processing fees.
It is unclear how many subscribers Noah currently has because this information is hidden, but he does have 7,200 followers which is publicly viewable.
An industry insider has suggested Noah is making around £400 per video on TikTok, while Venezuela is likely to make £2,000 due to her following count of 1.3 million.
An industry insider has suggested Noah is making around £400 per video on TikTok, while Venezuela is likely to make £2,000 due to her following count of 1.3 million
In one video on their honeymoon, Noah asked his followers if they'd give them some more gifts now that they were married.
In a TikTok live viewed by 20,000 he said: 'Keep liking our videos people, keep sending gifts.'
After saying thank you to several of his followers he joked they should stick around on the livestream and 'watch Venezuela punch me in the mouth'.
The other half of the honeymooning couple said: 'I am, honestly!'
Noah previously confirmed that the pair don't share their finances after they were asked whether they have a shared bank account.
'She earns her money, I earn mine,' said Noah, as Venezuela joked: 'Yeah, what you gonna do about it.'
Noah went on to debunk the rumour that Tyson gave him £5million when he tied the knot with his daughter as he insisted: 'No Tyson did not give me £5million'.
Meanwhile Venezuela is being eyed up by executives for a fly on the wall TV series.
Noah went on to debunk the rumour that Tyson gave him £5million when he tied the knot with his daughter as he insisted: 'No Tyson did not give me £5million'
Boasting 1.3 million TikTok followers, Venezuela is already entertaining fans with her honest musings and candid moments, from cooking to kitting out her and Noah's static caravan home.
And following the success of the Netflix series At Home With The Furys, it is no wonder bosses are wanting to draw on the Fury popularity.
A TV insider said: 'The couple are not A-list celebrities but everyone has become obsessed with their love story.
'People are genuinely intrigued by them. Whether it’s the fact they have married so young, Venezuela’s famous family or their gypsy lifestyle, they have the ‘X factor'.
'Several TV executives think a proper fly-on-the-wall series following their lives as newlyweds in the gypsy community would be fascinating,' they told The Sun.
It is thought Netflix would be likely to produce the series due to their already established relationship with the Furys.
Venezuela's representatives told The Daily Mail: 'We have many offers on the table regarding Venezuela which we are discussing.'
