Amundson was released by the Knicks on Friday, Ian Begley of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Amundson's cutting comes despite the fact that his contract was fully guaranteed for the 2016-17 season, which shows that even had New York kept the power forward, he would have had little-to-no role on the Knicks this year. This would be Amundson's 11th NBA season, so given that he is a veteran, there is a chance that the 33-year-old is signed down the road by a team in need of some fairly reliable frontcourt depth.

Amundson (back) played eight minutes in Saturday's 116-98 preseason win over the Nets, scoring two points (1-2 FG) and adding three assists and a rebound.

EDGE Analysis

A back issue prevented Amundson from suiting up in the Knicks' preseason opener Tuesday against the Rockets, but a few days off was all he needed to remedy the situation. Amundson's contract for the 2016-17 season is fully guaranteed, but he'll still need to play well enough in training camp and the preseason in order to hold off Marshall Plumlee for a roster spot.

Amundson has been ruled out of Tuesday's preseason matchup against the Rockets due to a back injury, Ian Begley of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Amundson isn't expected to play much more than a deep reserve role in the frontcourt this season, so even when healthy, he's not a viable fantasy option. He's currently dealing with a back injury, although it's unclear how long it could keep him sidelined.

Amundson re-signed with the Knicks on Monday to a one-year contract, Ian Begley of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

The contract is reportedly fully guaranteed, meaning the Knicks likely intend on keeping him on the roster for the regular season, rather than just bringing him in as a training camp body. The 10-year veteran will slot in as a reserve option at both power forward and center, but isn't expected to see significant minutes, as he'll be a bit buried on the depth chart. Amundson averaged 1.8 points and 1.7 rebounds over just seven minutes per game last season and should see a similar role going forward, making him a player to avoid in fantasy leagues.

Amundson went scoreless (0-2 FG) while grabbing one rebound in four minutes during the Knicks' 111-97 loss to the Hornets on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Amundson has appeared in six games since the All-Star break, registering a grand total of six rebounds, three assists, three blocks, two points, one steal, and six turnovers across 33 minutes. Those numbers wouldn't even be attractive if sandwiched into one showing, and the 33-year-old journeyman is merely a bench warmer who can be avoided across all fantasy formats.

Amundson has made only one appearance in the Knicks' five February contests, logging a total of two minutes.

EDGE Analysis

Amundson looks to be the fifth man on the Knicks' frontcourt depth chart, a role which will prevent him from leaving the bench more often than not. It will likely take at least two injuries to his fellow big men before Amundson even comes close to averaging 20 minutes per contest.

Amundson had one rebound in six minutes during the Knicks' 102-84 win against the Suns on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Amundson has now appeared in seven games this month, but is seeing just six minutes per contest. As a result, he can safely be avoided in all fantasy formats.

Amundson (back) has been active for the Knicks' last two games, but didn't see the court in either contest.

EDGE Analysis

Amundson had been inactive due to back spasms as recently as the Knicks' Jan. 3 game against the Hawks, but his availability off the bench the last two games suggests that he's now past the issue. However, his lack of usage indicates that he's not a part of coach Derek Fisher's rotation, as all of Robin Lopez, Kristaps Porzingis, Derrick Williams, Kyle O'Quinn, and Kevin Seraphin rank ahead of him for playing time in the frontcourt.

Amundson (back) has missed the past five games due to some lower-back tightness.

EDGE Analysis

Amundson is averaging just eight minutes per game this season when he has been healthy, so his absence isn't a dramatic loss for the Knicks. There is no clear timetable for his return, with his next chance to return to the court coming Tuesday against the Hawks.

Amundson (back) remained unavailable in Sunday's 111-97 win over the Hawks.

EDGE Analysis

Amundson hasn't appeared in a contest since Dec. 23, and it's not clear when he'll be ready to play again. Once he's fully healthy, Amundson will likely struggle to see more than 10 minutes off the bench on any given day.