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By Anne Erickson
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Pacome Dadiet may not be the first name that comes up when people talk about the New York Knicks, but that could start changing this season. Sometimes a breakout isn't about becoming a star overnight. It's about forcing your way into the conversation, and Dadiet has a chance to do exactly that.
The young wing is entering his third NBA season, and it feels like an important one.
While his opportunities with the Knicks have been limited, he made the most of his time in the G League, averaging 23.2 points and showing the kind of offensive confidence the organization hoped to see when it drafted him. Scoring at that level doesn't automatically translate to the NBA, but it's a sign his game is moving in the right direction.
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New York isn't lacking experienced players on the wing. The Knicks have veterans expected to handle most of the meaningful minutes, which means Dadiet will have to earn every opportunity that comes his way. Fortunately for him, he's developing the right skills to make that push.
His perimeter shooting has become more reliable, and his ability to put the ball on the floor gives him more ways to contribute than simply standing in the corner waiting for kick-out passes. If he can consistently knock down open shots while making smart decisions as a secondary ball-handler, he'll give the coaching staff another option whenever the rotation needs a spark.
Training camp also carries extra weight this year.
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The Knicks have an important decision looming on Dadiet's rookie-scale contract, making this a valuable opportunity for him to show he's part of the franchise's long-term plans. Young players often make their biggest leap when they understand exactly what's at stake, and Dadiet has every reason to approach this season with that mindset.
He doesn't need to put up huge numbers to have a breakout year. If he earns regular rotation minutes, defends his position and continues building on the offensive flashes he showed in the G League, that alone would represent meaningful progress.
For a Knicks team with championship aspirations, finding another dependable young contributor could end up being one of the season's success stories.
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