Jackson said the team had been able to solidify its defense and add leadership by signing veterans like Robin Lopez and Arron Afflalo, giving him hope that the Knicks could show improvement.
It had previously been reported that Gasol had agreed to a five-year maximum contract with the Memphis Grizzlies worth more than $100 million.
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