Knicks Morning News (2017.07.01)

Baker announced on Twitter he re-signed with the Knicks.

Mills, a survivor of several regimes because of his closeness with James Dolan,

Frank Ntilikina is still sitting on the sidelines.

Despite reports of mutual interest before Phil Jackson was fired, a reunion between the Knicks and Derrick Rose appears to be a longshot.

In a move that underscored the changing-of-the-guard, the Knicks waived forward Maurice Ndour on Friday.

Jeff Hornacek offered a cold explanation for letting go of assistant Josh Longstaff.

Calipari might be ready to try his hand at the NBA again.

This week Bill Russell was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the NBA Awards Show.

Greg Anthony answered a few questions from the Daily News on the aftermath and New York’s uncertain future:

The Knicks have reportedly removed one name from their list of possible Phil Jackson replacements: Masai Ujiri.

ORLANDO, Fla. — It didn’t take long after midnight Saturday for Knicks restricted free agent Ron Baker to tweet he’s coming back. Baker tweeted: “Excited to be returning to the #Knicks next season! S/O all my family & friends! #Love The 6-foot-4 undrafted product out of Wichita State was given the strongest praise by former…

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Knicks’ search for a starting point guard may not take them through the holiday, but they have interest in reuniting the Holidays — brothers Jrue and Justin — NBA sources told The Post. Nevertheless, Jrue Holiday is seeking more than the cap space the Knicks have. If the Knicks renounce the…

In both a symbolic and cap-saving move, the Knicks waived forward Mo Ndour on Friday. The deadline to guarantee his $1.3 million contract was midnight. The defensive forward was the favorite of Clarence Gaines Jr., departed Phil Jackson’s trusted advisor. The Post reported last winter Ndour was kept on the roster over Chasson Randle out…

ORLANDO – Jeff Hornacek confirmed letting go of assistant coach Josh Longstaff was not a revenge shot at Kristaps Porzingis. In fact, Hornacek said with Longstaff’s contract expired, he sensed they had enough developmental-type coaches on the staff. Hornacek said Longstaff will not be replaced. GM Steve Mills had inquired about ex-Knick Pablo Prigioni but…

ORLANDO, Fla. — Knicks rookie point guard Frank Ntilikina didn’t even realize his tricky name was badly misspelled on the back of his jersey during Wednesday’s summer league practice. It was only when the Knicks’ website posted photos of the young Frenchman online that the error was spotted and made the rounds of social media….

Kentucky coach John Calipari vehemently denied a report his intermediaries have contacted the Knicks to express his interest in the vacant job as president of basketball operations. Calipari has been interested in a high-profile NBA gig for years and always has the Knicks on his radar. It’s no surprise his C.A.A. intermediaries reportedly made contact; the…

George joins reigning M.V.P. Russell Westbrook as the Thunder look to compete against the Golden State Warriors in the Western Conference.

This year’s free-agency period, which begins on Saturday, could be wilder than usual. Here’s a look at the big names and rumors.

A cornerstone of a rebuilt roster, the 6-foot-8 Griner has become more of an offensive threat, and she and her coach believe there’s no limit to how much better she can get.

Ekpe Udoh led his team to this year’s Euroleague title, but he is revered primarily for what he does off the court: embrace Turkish culture.

Curry’s new contract with Golden State, which will be finalized on July 6, is said to be worth $201 million over five years.

Sources: Knicks high on George Hill; talk to Rockets about Carmelo trade

Boeheim disses triangle, wants best for Melo

ORLANDO, Fla. — Shortly after midnight, the Knicks reached their first free-agent agreement, coming to terms on a new deal for Ron Baker on Saturday morning.

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Knicks’ sales pitch to free agents will be far different from last year, when they sold the opportunity to play with Carmelo Anthony, Derrick Rose and Kristaps Porzingis.

Frank Ntilikina was working out after he was drafted by the Knicks in the same gym as Carmelo Anthony, and the two had a conversation. But Ntilikina said Anthony didn’t have any message and didn’t talk to him about being a Knick.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Jeff Hornacek said Friday that the Knicks didn’t retain assistant coach Josh Longstaff because they have enough personnel and former NBA players on staff who can do his job.

Syracuse head coach Jim Boeheim believes the triangle offense is “the worst offense ever,” per ESPN’s Myron Medcalf.

Though interest was mutual, a reunion between PG Derrick Rose and the Knicks doesn’t appear likely, per NY Daily News’ Stefan Bondy.

The Knicks had signed Ndour last July. He previously spent time with Real Madrid and the Mavericks after going undrafted in 2015.

Ntilikina missed practice on Thursday and Friday due to the knee.

Griffin, who was GM of the Cavaliers from 2014 until parting ways last week, has already had a preliminary conversation with the Knicks.

Hiring Ujiri away from the Raptors likely would’ve resulted in the Knicks having to send draft pick compensation to Toronto.