Knicks re-sign Jordan Clarkson to $3.9 million deal

The New York Knicks have retained another veteran from their championship roster, agreeing to a one-year, $3.9 million contract with free agent guard Jordan Clarkson. The deal, which is for the veteran's minimum, was announced on Thursday, July 9, 2026, by his representatives.

Clarkson, 34, returns after a season where he averaged 8.6 points in 72 regular-season games. His role evolved significantly throughout the year, as he transitioned from a player known primarily as a shot-happy scorer to a valued bench contributor who emphasized defense and rebounding. This adaptation earned him a spot in the playoff rotation, where he averaged 10.8 minutes per game during the team's title run.

The re-signing is part of a broader offseason strategy by the Knicks front office, which has been operating under a mandate from owner James Dolan to avoid surpassing the NBA's restrictive second luxury tax apron. Despite that financial limitation, the team has successfully re-signed several key free agents, including Landry Shamet and Jose Alvarado, on team-friendly deals.

The one major departure from the championship core is center Mitchell Robinson, who signed a three-year, $47 million offer sheet...