The New York Knicks are peaking at the right time, with Landry Shamet emerging as a key contributor just ahead of the playoffs. In the final game of the regular season, Shamet scored a season-high 29 points in a win over the Brooklyn Nets, showcasing his sharpshooting prowess by hitting seven of thirteen three-point attempts. This performance is part of a recent trend where Shamet is averaging 11.6 points per game since late March, with a remarkable 47.4% shooting from beyond the arc, ranking him among the league's top shooters.

Coach Tom Thibodeau praised Shamet's ability to make smart plays without forcing shots, emphasizing his importance to a Knicks team that has struggled with bench scoring. As the playoffs approach, Thibodeau indicated that he would likely shorten his rotation, with Shamet and fellow veterans expected to play significant roles off the bench. This adjustment aims to maximize the starters' effectiveness while ensuring depth, crucial for the Knicks' postseason aspirations.