The New York Knicks have made a significant roster move by waiving Matt Ryan, a former sharpshooter for the Los Angeles Lakers. The Knicks announced freeing two-way spots by releasing Ryan along with Jacob Toppin, who has already hit the maximum game limit for the season. Ryan played 19 games with New York, averaging 1.5 points over 3.5 minutes per game, and had previously appeared in 12 games for the Lakers last season, with a slightly better average of 3.9 points.

Originally drafted to the NBA from a college career that took him from Notre Dame to Chattanooga, Ryan's inconsistent performances have led him to join multiple teams in his short career. He is now looking for new opportunities as he continues to navigate the challenges of professional basketball.

The New York Knicks have made a roster move by waiving Matt Ryan and Jacob Toppin, both of whom were on two-way contracts and had minimal playing time this season. Ryan contributed just 3.6 minutes across 19 games, while Toppin averaged 3.1 minutes in 16 games. This decision opens up the possibility for the Knicks to sign two new players to two-way contracts and one to a traditional contract, creating flexibility for their roster.

With the Knicks currently holding a solid 39-20 record and positioned as the No. 3 seed in the Eastern Conference, attention is now on potential replacements. Moses Brown, a 7-foot-2 center on a 10-day contract with the Dallas Mavericks, is reportedly on New York’s radar. However, the Mavericks' hard-cap situation complicates matters. The Knicks also have an eye on NBA veterans like T.J. Warren and Chuma Okeke, who could fill the open roster spot following Hukporti's knee injury.

The New York Knicks have re-signed Matt Ryan to a two-way contract, allowing him to split time between the NBA team and their G League affiliate in Westchester. This move comes after the Knicks decided to release Boo Buie from his two-way deal.

Ryan, a New York native, expressed his excitement about returning to the Knicks, emphasizing the importance of focus and dedication under head coach Tom Thibodeau. He previously played for several NBA teams and was known for his three-point shooting skills.

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