Knicks Sign Jeremy Sochan After Spurs Release
The New York Knicks have signed Jeremy Sochan to a prorated veteran minimum contract after he cleared waivers from the San Antonio Spurs. The Knicks created over $1.14 million in salary cap space through deadline trades, enabling them to add the versatile defender for their postseason push.
- Jeremy Sochan was the ninth overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft and was named to the All-Rookie Second Team in his first season with the Spurs, where he averaged 11 points and 5.3 rebounds. - His role with the Spurs diminished significantly during the 2025-26 season, with his playing time dropping to an average of 12.8 minutes per game since January 1, 2026, due to shifting team rotations. - The Knicks had previously shown interest in trading for Sochan before the trade deadline, but the Spurs were unable to find a suitable trade partner and ultimately released him. - Sochan's offensive struggles were a factor in his reduced role; he has shot just 28.7% from three-point range over his career. - He is known for his defensive versatility and a unique one-handed free-throw shooting style he adopted to improve his percentage from the line. - The Knicks have recently emphasized a new defensive scheme focused on physicality and communication, which has made them the top-rated defense in their last six games. - Sochan joins a Knicks team that is currently third in the Eastern Conference standings with a 35-20 record as they head into the All-Star break. - In San Antonio, Sochan's development was hindered by a lack of a defined role, having been tried at various positions from point guard to a small-ball center.
