Who Should Be the Fifth Starter?

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As the Knicks prepare for one of their most important seasons in recent memory, most offseason questions have been answered. The roster is mostly fully formed with the additions of Jordan Clarkson and Guerschon Yabusele, and Mike Brown has been brought in as the team’s next head coach.

A piece of the puzzle that remains unclear is who will be the fifth starter. Karl-Anthony Towns, Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, and OG Anunoby feel solidified at this point. But with the mixing of lineups that occurred late in the playoffs, it’s fair to wonder if Mike Brown will stay the course or entertain other possibilities. Let’s explore what some of those configurations could look like.