The roster is basically set. The <a href="https://nypost.com/2025/07/24/sports/inside-knicks-coach-mike-browns-history-with-nba-superstars/">head coach is hired</a>. The depth chart, for the most part, is easy to plot.

As the calendar approaches the dead month of the NBA schedule, the heavy lifting of the Knicks offseason feels finished. But smaller tasks remain, with three in particular that merit further analysis.

At the risk of contradicting the message of this column’s introduction, this decision is significant. 

Bridges has been eligible since the end of the NBA Finals to negotiate a contract extension that maxes out at four years, $156 million.

As the calendar approaches the dead month of the NBA schedule, the heavy lifting of the Knicks offseason feels finished. But smaller tasks remain.{ai:summary}<p>The Knicks' offseason preparations are nearing completion, with the head coach in place and the roster mostly finalized. However, three smaller tasks still require attention as the NBA's quieter period approaches. </p><p>One key decision involves Bridges, who can negotiate a contract extension worth up to four years and $156 million, highlighting the significance of this move for the team's future. #sports</p>

Mikal Bridges’ extension one of three tasks remaining on Knicks’ offseason list

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