Hukporti (knee) did not appear in Saturday's Summer League game against the Wizards.

EDGE Analysis

Hukporti was sidelined for Saturday's game due to a left knee sprain. His last Summer League outing came Sunday against the Celtics, when he tallied nine points (2-4 FG, 5-6 FT), 13 rebounds, three blocks, two steals and one assist over 22 minutes.

Hukporti is out for Thursday's Summer League game against the Pacers due to a left knee sprain, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.

EDGE Analysis

The severity of the injury is unknown, and Hukporti can be labeled day-to-day going forward. The 2024 second-rounder is trying to make an impression this summer for a more pronounced role ahead of 2025-26, averaging 6.3 points, 7.7 rebounds and 2.0 blocks per game while shooting 58.3 percent from the field over three Summer League outings.

Hukporti recorded nine points (2-4 FG, 5-6 FT), 13 rebounds, three blocks, two steals and an assist in 22 minutes during Sunday's 94-81 Summer League loss to the Celtics.

EDGE Analysis

Hukporti's offensive numbers may not stand out, but his work on the boards and defensively was highly impactful. Hukporti tied for game-highs in rebounds and blocks while also contributing two steals. He was especially dominant on the offensive glass, creating six extra possessions for his team.

The Knicks exercised their $1.96 million team option in Hukporti's contract for 2025-26 on Sunday, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hukporti will return to New York for a second season after appearing in 25 regular-season games (one start) last year, during which he averaged 1.9 points and 2.0 rebounds across 8.7 minutes per game. The 23-year-old isn't guaranteed significant playing time in 2025-26, though he could see a boost in minutes if Precious Achiuwa departs in free agency.

Hukporti registered zero points (0-2 FT) over two minutes during Saturday's 125-108 loss to Indiana in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

EDGE Analysis

Hukporti made his third appearance of the playoffs during garbage time Saturday. The rookie second-rounder appeared in 25 regular-season games during the 2024-25 campaign, finishing with averages of 1.9 points and 2.0 rebounds across 8.7 minutes per game. The 23-year-old big man also played in seven games with the club's G League affiliate, the Westchester Knicks, where he averaged 6.7 points, 5.7 rebounds and 2.1 blocks across 21.1 minutes per game. The Knicks hold a team option on Hukporti's contract, and if New York chooses to exercise it, he would be slated to become a restricted free agent ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.

Hukporti (knee) is available for Saturday's Game 1 against the Pistons.

EDGE Analysis

The big man will be available for the series opener, although don't expect him to play meaningful minutes in the rotation. With Karl-Anthony Towns and Mitchell Robinson available, Hukporti will be the third-string center in the rotation.

Hukporti (knee) is listed as questionable for Saturday's Game 1 against the Pistons.

EDGE Analysis

Hukporti tore his meniscus in his left knee and underwent surgery Feb. 28, though the questionable tag bodes well for the rookie. However, the 23-year-old center's potential return isn't expected to cause any waves in the rotation.

Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau said Friday that Hukporti (knee) is "a ways away" from returning this season, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hukporti suffered a torn meniscus and underwent surgery Feb. 28. While Thibodeau didn't entirely rule out a return this season for the 22-year-old, it seems unlikely he'll be back anytime soon. When healthy, Hukporti was primarily a deep reserve, averaging just 8.7 minutes across 25 appearances.

Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau said Tuesday that Hukporti (knee) isn't doing much in practice other than individual work, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hukporti is on the mend from surgery to address a torn meniscus, which he underwent Feb. 28. Though Hukporti hasn't experienced any reported complications in his recovery, the rookie isn't guaranteed to make it back on the court before the end of the regular season. Even when healthy this season, Hukporti has largely been outside of the rotation, appearing in 25 games while averaging 8.7 minutes.

Hukporti will miss the next four to six weeks for the Knicks after suffering a torn meniscus in his left knee, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hukporti went down with a left knee injury during Wednesday's win over the 76ers. The 22-year-old big man logged 16 minutes as a starter before being ruled out for the game, finishing with eight points, two rebounds and one block. New York was already thin in the frontcourt while awaiting the return of Mitchell Robinson (ankle), and now, they will have to pivot once again. Precious Achiuwa will likely see more time on the floor for the Knicks.