Donte DiVincenzo reportedly expressed dissatisfaction with the prospect of playing a reduced role with the New York Knicks this season.
According to Ian Begley, DiVincenzo was likely set to come off the bench, with rising star Miles Bridges expected to take his spot in the starting lineup.
This shift would have led to fewer minutes and less responsibility for DiVincenzo, something he was not entirely on board with.
Coming off a strong season, where he played a key role in helping the team win crucial games, especially when they were shorthanded, DiVincenzo had hoped to maintain or even expand his role.
His performance last year was a career highlight, and naturally, he wanted to build on that momentum.
However, the team’s plans for his reduced involvement likely clashed with his personal goals, leading to his unease about the situation.
For a player like DiVincenzo, who values consistent playing time and the opportunity to make an impact, a bench role with diminished minutes would have been a significant adjustment.
His desire to contribute at a high level likely played a role in his feelings about the potential change in his role with the Knicks this season.
Donte DiVincenzo reportedly didn’t like the idea of playing a reduced role with the Knicks, per @IanBegley
“DiVincenzo was probably going to be coming off the bench this season. Bridges would likely have taken his spot in the starting lineup. I can say confidently that… pic.twitter.com/FFOX0Jn2Tk
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