The New York Knicks made a firm cut before the season: center Alex Len, shooting guard Garrison Mathews and forward Matt Ryan were waived and removed from the roster.

That opened the final roster spot, and according to New York media veteran Landry Shamet won the last seat — his shooting and instant plug-and-play value earned the staff’s trust.

Len brings twelve NBA seasons, a steady backup-center role and career marks of 6.7 points and 5.3 boards — but the Knicks pivot to a different profile.

Mathews was a useful bench spark, averaging 7–8 points with a stable three, yet keeping two veteran shooters without guaranteed rotation was labeled a luxury. Ryan logged marginal minutes and was a realistic cut.

This reset frees cap breathing room and allows autumn flexibility: the Knicks preserve maneuver space for another shooter, a two-way wing or a potential trade. 

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