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Guerschon Yabusele Admits Knicks Role Has Been “Very Difficult” Ahead of NBA Cup Final

The 29-year-old is averaging under 10 minutes per game in a shifting frontcourt role.

Dec 12, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; New York Knicks forward Guerschon Yabusele (28) reacts during practice prior to the Emirates Cup semifinals at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Yabusele told AFP and Basket USA that the situation is “very difficult,” adding he stays ready and tries to impact games in short stints.
  • After averaging 11.0 points with Philadelphia last season, he is at 3.0 points and 2.2 rebounds in 9.8 minutes over 24 Knicks appearances with .400/.295/.600 shooting.
  • New York has moved him between positions, including backup center, as coach Mike Brown maintains a patient, system-driven approach.
  • He recently posted 11 points in nine minutes, his best scoring output with the Knicks, offering a brief glimpse of his potential impact.
  • Hoops Rumors relays a New York Post view that a separation before the Feb. 5 trade deadline could be sensible, with Yabusele becoming trade-eligible Monday, while the Knicks prepare for Tuesday’s NBA Cup final vs. San Antonio.