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Knicks sign Ivan Rabb as they give up on Kris Wilkes

SAN ANTONIO — The Knicks have apparently given up on waiting for former UCLA swingman Kris Wilkes.

The Knicks filled their second two-way contract spot by inking forward Ivan Rabb, who was just cut by Memphis.

Fizdale coached the 22-year-old Rabb with the Grizzlies. He is allowed to be on the Knicks roster for 45 days but likely will spend the bulk of his time with the Westchester Knicks because of the big club’s roster depth.

The 6-10, 220-pound Rabb played parts of two seasons with Memphis, averaging 5.7 points and 4.3 rebounds in 85 games (18 starts.