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It can be hard to scrape together rational takeaways from NBA Summer League, with the short sample size lending itself to impulsive reactions despite the few present NBA-caliber players having to get it done in an unfamiliar system.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / July 16

Knicks Prospect Regroups in Summer League Win

The New York Knicks second-string point guard spot is there for the taking, and the team has two real options to consider. Either they cash in on their final remaining veteran's minimum contract and bring in one more rotational free agent, or dip into their in-house prospect pool to fill the need.

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New York Knicks News / Total Apex Sports / July 15

New York Knicks’ Dynamic Duo Leads Team To Summer League Win

The New York Knicks notched their first win of the NBA Summer League earlier today. Great performances from MarJon Beauchamp and Tyler Kolek helped the Knicks defeat the Brooklyn Nets, 97-93.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / July 15

Knicks Need to Sign Veteran PG

The New York Knicks are going into the upcoming season without much margin for error. The Knicks need to capitalize on their championship window with Jalen Brunson in the prime of his career and the team costing as cheap as it ever will.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / July 15

Opportunities Closing for Several Young Knicks

Even after a positive summer of roster tweaking, the New York Knicks still have some issues to address. They ended the season with a thin roster overseen

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / July 14

Knicks PG Struggling in Summer League

New York Knicks point guard Tyler Kolek isn't playing his best basketball at the Las Vegas Summer League. The No. 34 overall pick from the 2024 NBA Draft made just 1 of 13 shots from the field in the team's 94-81 loss to the Boston Celtics.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / July 12

Knicks PG One to Watch in Summer League

New York Knicks point guard Tyler Kolek is in Sin City for a second run at the Las Vegas Summer League. Kolek flashed some potential during last year's Summer League run, but now it's time to show some growth.

New York Knicks News / Empire Sports Media / July 12

Knicks’ 2nd-year backup guard had sloppy first impression in Summer League

Summer League is going to be critical for a handful of New York Knicks players who are looking to secure a spot in the rotation next season. The players to keep an eye on the most are Tyler Kolek, Pacome Dadiet, and Ariel Hukporti.

New York Knicks News / Empire Sports Media / July 7

Knicks’ high-upside point guard could use Summer League as a catapult into prominent role

New York Knicks guard Tyler Kolek made a strong impression in Summer League last year, but it didn’t result in a bunch of playing time. This time around, he could find his way into a bigger role if he shows out again.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / June 27

Knicks Guard Could See Larger Role

New York Knicks guard Tyler Kolek is likely getting some flashbacks to a year ago when he was chosen in the NBA Draft with the No. 34 overall pick. Kolek, 24, played in exactly half of the Knicks' games this season, averaging just two points per game.

New York Knicks News / Empire Sports Media / June 25

Knicks’ young playmaking specialist could play a huge role next season

As the New York Knicks look to improve their roster this summer, they have some internal options who could end up making a massive difference next season.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / April 5

Knicks G League Coach Praises Rookie Class

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Knicks should consider signing electric score-first PG in the offseason

The New York Knicks could pull off an underrated signing in free agency next summer to bolster their bench. The Knicks are in danger of losing backup point guards Cam Payne, as well as Delon Wright after the season ends.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 29

Tyler Kolek continues to prove himself in first real NBA test with Knicks

Tyler Kolek was a great addition for the New York Knicks in the 2024 NBA draft. Selected with the No. 34 pick, the hope was that Kolek would grow into a role player relatively quickly.

New York Knicks News / Empire Sports Media / March 26

Knicks rookie sets record after torrid two-game stretch

New York Knicks rookie Tyler Kolek has done something no other NBA player has done over his last two games. According to Knicks Muse, Kolek became the first player in NBA history to notch at least eight assists without turning the ball over in under 20 minutes of action in consecutive games (h/t New York Knicks on SI’s Geoff Magliocchetti).

New York Knicks News / Last Word On Sports / March 24

Tyler Kolek Deserved Playing Time Much Earlier

Tyler Kolek, the New York Knicks rookie point guard, provided quality minutes last night in his first minutes in three months. Coach Tom Thibodeau kept a short rotation after All-Star Jalen Brunson went down with his ankle injury, partly leading to his squad being blown out on both sides of their back-to-back due to tiredness.

New York Knicks News / Athlon Sports / December 23

Knicks Rookie Tyler Kolek Wins G League Winter Showcase Finals MVP

On Sunday, the Westchester Knicks continued their dominant run in the G League this year, winning the G League Winter Showcase Finals. In the final match of the tournament, they were matched up against the 12-4 Sioux Falls Skyforce, and after a long battle, the Knicks emerged victorious, 125-119.

New York Knicks News / Yardbarker / October 23

Tyler Kolek could play a major role in Knicks' success this season

After their best season in seemingly forever, the New York Knicks could’ve run things back this year. Instead, they decided to up the ante with two major trades, garnering Mikal Bridges and Karl-Anthony Towns in the process.

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New York Knicks News / NBA Draft on SI / October 13

Tyler Kolek Is NBA Ready

Coming out of Marquette of the Big East Conference, point guard Tyler Kolek led the NCAA with 7.7 assists per game as a senior and finished as one of the top point guards in the nation.

New York Knicks News / Yardbarker / July 21, 2024

Tyler Kolek has earned his spot in the Knicks rotation

Since joining New York, Kolek has been making a solid impression. His impressive displays in the Las Vegas Summer League have seen his stock rise further.

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New York Knicks News / Larry Brown Sports / July 20, 2024

Watch: Knicks' Tyler Kolek makes jaw-dropping pass in Summer League

Does the NBA have another Jason Williams on their hands? While it may be entirely too soon for that comparison, the Knicks seem to have found a baller in second-round pick Tyler Kolek.

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New York Knicks News / NBA Draft on SI / July 17, 2024

Tyler Kolek's Game-Winning Performance Further Proves he can Contribute to Knicks as Rookie

The No. 34 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, Tyler Kolek is one of the few rookies who could make a real impact on winning in year one. Even with how loaded the New York Knicks roster is, the value that the former Marquette star provides as a backup point guard is very clear.

New York Knicks News / NBA Analysis Network / July 14, 2024

New York Knicks Tyler Kolek Shines in Summer League Debut

In the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft, the New York Knicks made a move up the board. They had their sights set on Marquette guard Tyler Kolek, who surprisingly fell out of the first round.

New York Knicks News / Fastbreak on SI / July 5, 2024

New York Knicks Officially Sign Ex-College Star

Tyler Kolek is coming off an excellent season with Marquette. The talented guard finished the year with averages of 15.3 points, 4.9 rebounds, 7.7 assists and 1.6 steals per contest while shooting 49.6% from the field and 38.8% from the three-point range in 31 games.