Unlike Kolek, who played in the first four of New York’s summer league games, Dadiet’s experience was cut short due to a left foot sprain suffered late in Game 2. Dadiet was wearing a walking boot after the injury.

The Knicks have one spot on the roster for a second-round pick or a player with at most one year of experience. Although there have been hints that could go to James Nnaji or Dink Pate it’s hard to make an argument that either has looked more impressive than Diawara.

Rookie Kam Jones sparks Indiana with 21 points and 11 assists, while MarJon Beauchamp leads New York with 28 points.