[Saba Sports News] 2023-24 Could Mark the Final Chapter for a Promising Player in New York City. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported on Monday that Immanuel Quickley, the Knicks’ guard, will enter restricted free agency next summer after failing to reach an extension agreement with the team.
The deadline for players from the 2020 draft class to secure extensions with their current clubs was Monday, just before the start of the new NBA season. Wojnarowski also listed other notable NBA players who will now become restricted free agents in the summer of 2024 due to the deadline passing without deals.
Quickley, a 24-year-old talent, stands out among these players. He made a significant impact last year, averaging 14.9 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 3.9 assists in under 30 minutes per game, primarily coming off the bench for the Knicks. Quickley has established himself as a crafty playmaker who contributes significantly with his energy in the halfcourt, impressive three-point shooting (37.0 percent last season), and underrated defensive skills.
While the Knicks retain the option to match any offers for Quickley in the upcoming offseason, their current inability to secure an extension may prove to be a significant decision. Alternatively, it might signal the Knicks’ intention to trade Quickley, as has been previously rumored.