The Knicks are unlikely to bring back fan favorite and former Villanova star Ryan Arcidiacono, SNY’s Ian Begley reported on Sept. 6.
“It’s worth noting here: People familiar with the matter said late last month that it was unlikely the Knicks would use their 15th pick to sign backup guard Ryan Arcidiacono,” Begley wrote .
Arcidiacono, who was the Wildcats’ MVP during their 2016 title run, has had three stints with the Knicks since the 2021-22 season as Thibodeau has grown increasingly attached to his professionalism.
“He’s been terrific. Whether it’s in practice or when you throw him in a game. He’s smart, he’s tough, he’s competitive,” Thibodeau said of Arcidiacono, per SNY, in October 2022 when he joined the roster . “He can think on his feet, he can play multiple positions. A career [37] percent three-point shooter. So he did a great job. He stood out in practice. He played really well.”
Although he earned Thibodeau’s respect, “people familiar with the matter thought it was unlikely that Arcidiacono would return to the current Knicks team,” according to Begley.
Begley added that Arcidiacono’s chances of rejoining his college teammates in a Knicks uniform depend on a trade that opens up more roster spots, especially on defense.