Celtics’ cap reset around Jayson Tatum could be Knicks’ Jalen Brunson blueprint

Kris Pursiainen of Daily Knicks argues that the New York Knicks could follow the Boston Celtics' roster-building blueprint to navigate second-apron salary cap restrictions. Boston previously restructured around Jayson Tatum by trading Jaylen Brown, and the writer suggests New York may need a similar reset around point guard Jalen Brunson, who could command a four-year contract worth up to $290 million.

With the Knicks reportedly treating the second apron as a hard cap, Pursiainen highlights Karl-Anthony Towns as a potential trade candidate if extension negotiations stall. While moving Towns would break up the remaining core of the 2026 championship frontcourt, the author maintains it could provide a viable path to long-term sustainability.