KAT’s rising star power for the Knicks is hitting a financial wall — with a potential $272M max extension looming, the team faces a brutal cap crunch. Already forced to let go of Mitchell Robinson and barely holding onto Landry Shamet, the Knicks must navigate whether to lock KAT down after 2026-27 without triggering the NBA’s dreaded second apron. With Jalen Brunson’s looming deal, the duo could consume nearly $150M of next year’s cap — forcing tough concessions. Brunson, who already sacrificed for the team, expects his reward. The Knicks’ front office now faces a high-stakes gamble: keep their core together or risk unraveling under the weight of the salary cap.
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