The New York Knicks were interested in Tyus Jones prior to signing Cam Payne, according to Ian Begley of SNY.
The Knicks preferred Payne's playoff experience.
Payne and the Knicks agreed to a one-year, $3.1 million deal.
Via Ian Begley/SNY
Knicks Registered Interest In Tyus Jones Before Cam Payne Signing
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I would imagine also Tyus Jones being worth more than the vet minimum also factored in to the decision.
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moocow007 wrote:I would imagine also Tyus Jones being worth more than the vet minimum also factored in to the decision.
I saw a video of Ian saying exactly this — Jones has teams interested in paying more than the Knicks can offer.