Brown Shifts Knicks Offense, Adds Clarkson and Yabusele

Mike Brown is installing a new offensive system that emphasizes ball movement, spacing and off‑ball “spray” catch‑and‑shoot threes to generate easier shots for Jalen Brunson and the roster. Brunson said he’s open to adapting, accepting a reduced isolation/time‑of‑possession role while remaining Brown’s go‑to in critical moments. The Knicks have added Jordan Clarkson and Guerschon Yabusele to boost a bench that struggled for scoring and deepen the rotation. Brown says the final two roster spots are a true competition with cap room for only one veteran and one rookie, and veterans on nonguaranteed deals — notably Malcolm Brogdon and Landry Shamet — plus potential trades will shape the opening‑night group. Josh Hart is playing through discomfort after aggravating a surgically repaired ring finger, and Brown has not finalized starter or bench roles as camp competition continues. The aim is to create easier, more efficient shots to make the Knicks less predictable and push the team toward championship contention in 2025-26.