Knicks Locker Room Fully Bought in Amidst Winning Streak

"We've got a locker room full of guys who want to win and are willing to sacrifice for one another,” Shamet said while speaking to the media at his locker, via Knicks Videos on X.

Since returning from a shoulder injury that cost him 25 games, the shooting guard has played an integral role in helping New York turn things around on the court. Head coach Mike Brown was high on Shamet before even accepting the head coaching position, and his confidence in the veteran has been rewarded.

He is averaging a career-high, tying 9.3 points per game in 20.5 minutes of action. His shooting split of .449/.435/.750 is very solid, adding 1.9 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 0.5 steals, and 0.2 blocks to his nightly stat line.

Shamet has seen his role increase recently with Brown adjusting his lineup. The playing time that had been going to Jordan Clarkson, who has been removed from the rotation, is now going to Shamet.

The offensive numbers are strong for a complementary player off the bench, but what really helps him stand out is how he plays defense.

Landry Shamet getting job done on both ends

Shamet has surprised a lot of people with his performance on that end, being lauded for his ability to navigate screens. His presence in the lineup is a major reason why the team is riding a six-game winning streak.

His comments made after the win over the Lakers echo what Mikal Bridges said after a recent victory over the Toronto Raptors. He spoke candidly about having to be more coachable and buying into the game plan being put together.

Losing in the fashion in which the Knicks had been was a drag. Coupled with trade rumors swirling, things were not good in that locker room.

But a turnaround on the court and the current winning streak have the team looking like a contender once again.