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COACH MIKE BROWN UTILIZES KNICKS' DEPTH DURING LANDRY SHAMET’S INJURY RECOVERY

Landry Shamet has resumed full basketball activities! Read the latest on his shoulder recovery and the Knicks' New Orleans road trip.

Coach Mike Brown utilizes Knicks' depth during Landry Shamet’s injury recovery
Landry Shamet resumes basketball activities

The NBA trade rumour mill is heating up, and word is the Knicks are sniffing around for a defensive-minded guard, especially with the recent injury updates.

The Knicks are hitting the road, heading to New Orleans to play the Pelicans in the Smoothie King Centre. The starting lineup is still up in the air, but there's some good news coming from behind the scenes that could help the team long term.

Even though the Knicks are dealing with some guys out for the short term, one name fans know is making progress as the season hits its stride.

Good News on Key Guard's Recovery

SNY's Ian Begley says Landry Shamet is back to doing full basketball drills as he recovers from his shoulder injury.

Begley said Shamet is now getting ready to start practising with contact, which is a big step. From the start, the team thought Shamet would make a full recovery without needing surgery, and that's still the plan.

If all goes well, Shamet should be back sometime next month.

The Knicks haven't set a date for his return, but this update makes it sound like he's getting better consistently.

Landry Shamet (shoulder) is now doing all basketball activities, but he still needs to be cleared for contact. @IanBegley reports he could be back next month.

Why This Matters for the Knicks

Shamet's been out, and while it hasn't been a huge story, it's changed how the Knicks put their lineups together.

Before he got hurt, Shamet had earned Coach Mike Brown's trust early on. He started a few games and played almost 21 minutes a night in his first 15 games. He was a reliable shooter, stayed calm under pressure, and understood spacing, which helped the lineups flow.

Since then, other injuries have forced the Knicks to go deeper into their bench. Instead of sticking with a tight rotation, Brown has been flexible, letting younger guys step up and take on important roles.

This changes things when Shamet gets back. Instead of being needed right away, he can come back as another option—a seasoned guard who fits in without messing things up.

I'm curious to see how the rotations will work once Deuce and Shamet are back.

Knicks' Depth Is Now a Strength

One good thing that's happened for the Knicks this season is how they've handled tough times.

Instead of running Jalen Brunson into the ground, the Knicks have spread the responsibilities around, trusting younger players like Tyler Kolek and Kevin McCullar. This has helped keep the bench players steady and the team consistent, even though the lineups change a lot.

When Shamet comes back, he'll be another useful player on a team that's already shown it can adjust on the fly.

The Final Word for the Knicks

The Knicks are trying to win their third game in a row in New Orleans.

They'll have to do it without Shamet for now, but since he's getting closer to being cleared, the Knicks are getting ready to add another good player in 2026.

This kind of progress is important for a team that's been relying on depth and being able to adapt.

For now, the road trip goes on. The lineup keeps changing. And the Knicks keep finding ways to stay on track.

KENDRICK BOURNE REVEALS THE STRICT DISCIPLINE THAT SPARKED THE PATRIOTS' TURNAROUND

Kendrick Bourne speaks out! Discover why he thinks Mike Vrabel is the right fit and why he’s eyeing a 2026 return to the 49ers.

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Kendrick Bourne’s path through the NFL has zigzagged all over – some highs, plenty of lows, and now, another fresh start. He took a shot with the Patriots in 2025 after building his reputation with the 49ers. But honestly, that New England chapter ended before it even got going. Bourne didn’t just slip out the back door. He left with a lot to say about what he saw brewing in New England as Mike Vrabel took charge.

Once Vrabel arrived, you didn’t need to listen for rumours about a culture shift; it was obvious. Bourne noticed right away. He’s already got his eyes set on home, back with the 49ers, but even from a distance, he could see the Patriots were heading somewhere new long before their record showed it.

Talking about his exit from New England, Bourne didn’t sugarcoat anything. Losing the job itself wasn’t the hardest part. What stung was watching Vrabel put his stamp on the team, laying down the kind of structure and discipline Bourne knew would eventually pay off. He was blunt; things just felt different under Vrabel compared to before.

He put it like this: “After going through OTAs and camp with Vrabes, you just knew. Nothing against Mayo, but he just wasn’t ready. With Vrabes, the structure was totally different in how we studied, how we met, and just the whole vibe. Honestly, I was sad about it.”

This wasn’t just a guy being bitter. Bourne respected what was happening in New England and genuinely wished he could have been part of it, especially with a Super Bowl push on the horizon. He even admitted he’d wanted to be in that locker room when the Patriots finally made it back to the big stage.

Now he’s back with the 49ers, hoping to stick around. At 30, Bourne wants a new contract in San Francisco. He had a solid 2025, racked up 551 yards, picked up a contract bonus, and gave the offence a spark. The 49ers needed reliable hands, and Bourne delivered. He’s clear: he wants to stay, but only if the deal makes sense for him.

So now, the offseason gets interesting. Bourne knows where he fits best, but he’s still keeping an eye on what’s building in New England. That mix of looking back and chasing what’s next makes this part of his career one to pay attention to.

MRI SCARE: STEVE KERR ADMITS STEPH CURRY’S "NEBULOUS" KNEE MAY REQUIRE SECOND IMAGING

Warriors crisis! Discover why Steph Curry may need another MRI and how Jimmy Butler’s ACL tear shifts GSW to the play-in.

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The Warriors have been scrambling since Jimmy Butler went down with that ACL tear. He’s done for the year, and now Stephen Curry has to carry the offence on his own.

Right after the All-Star break, the Warriors are sitting in eighth place out West. That’s already shaky, and now Curry’s dealing with a knee injury too. The team calls it runner's knee; basically, he just needs time to heal. But then Steve Kerr gave an update that didn’t exactly inspire confidence.

Turns out, Curry might need another MRI. He tried to push through a full workout, but his knee just wasn’t right. Now, they’re waiting on imaging to figure out how long he’ll actually be out.

Meanwhile, Kristaps Porzingis still hasn’t suited up for Golden State. If Curry misses significant time, everyone else needs to step up in a big way. The Warriors already have one of the most average offences in the league, 15th at the break. No curry, and things get ugly fast. He’s already missed 16 games this season, and the team went 6-10 without him.

Losing Butler already knocked the Warriors out of serious contention. They’re pretty much locked into the play-in. Unless Curry suddenly goes supernova, it’s hard to see them catching the Thunder or making any real noise out West.

So, what’s next? The front office tried to swing big at the deadline, going after Giannis Antetokounmpo, though who knows if the Bucks ever really considered it. Giannis stayed put, but you can bet the Warriors will chase him again this summer.

If that doesn’t work, they’ll turn to other stars. They know the championship window is closing with Curry still on the roster. He’s still elite, but time’s ticking.

LeBron James even comes up as a possibility. If he declines his player option and hits free agency, maybe he’d team up with Curry for one last run at a ring.

Most likely, though, Golden State will look at trades instead of free agents to try to reload. Curry’s health isn’t what it used to be, and the Warriors know they have to make the most of whatever prime he’s got left.

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