Jeremy Sochan Joins Knicks After Spurs Buyout, Eyes New Role

Jeremy Sochan's tenure with the San Antonio Spurs has concluded, as he was bought out and subsequently joined the New York Knicks. Sochan, the Spurs' first lottery pick of their tank era, faced inconsistent roles, including a failed "Point Sochan" experiment and a later shift to rim-running center alongside Victor Wembanyama. He believes a lack of opportunities under coach Mitch Johnson contributed to his departure. The Spurs ultimately moved on, feeling his skills weren't unique enough and he'd been replaced. Sochan, 22, could find a useful role with the Knicks as a defensive-minded center on offense next to a perimeter-oriented big man, with potential for his shot to develop.