The Knicks announced Friday that they are postponing contract extension talks with players eligible for new deals, per multiple outlets. Four players fall into that category, including starters Josh Hart and Karl-Anthony Towns. The negotiations will resume later in the 2026-27 season.
Hart addressed his contract situation at media day last month, indicating he would prefer to reach an agreement sooner rather than later, per Hoops Rumors. The decision to table talks raises questions about whether the Knicks view all their eligible players as core pieces moving forward, though the reporting does not provide specifics on the team's reasoning.