The Knicks are delaying contract extension talks until later in the season, the team announced, to focus entirely on season preparation. The move affects four players eligible for extensions through June 2027: Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart, Miles McBride, and Tyler Kolek. Towns acknowledged a pre-season deal "don't look good" and pointed to a significant gap between what he seeks and the Knicks' offer. Hart expressed wanting to resolve the uncertainty but acknowledged the reality of the business, while McBride stated his desire to remain with the organization, per SNY. All four face the season without resolved deals but have committed to focusing on basketball regardless of their contract status.