Knicks regret over draft mistake grows as Jalen Brunson reality becomes clear

The New York Knicks should have taken Ryan Nembhard, as he could have been an ideal backup for Jalen Brunson.

With the No. 51 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, the New York Knicks landed Mohamed Diawara, who hasn’t played much this season. Meanwhile, point guard Ryan Nembhard, who went undrafted, is quietly emerging as the potential future starting point guard for the Dallas Mavericks. He could have been an ideal fit with the Knicks.