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New York Knicks' Pacome Dadiet during a game against the Miami Heat in March 2025
After a difficult stretch through much of January, the New York Knicks appear to have steadied themselves.
New York has won nine of its last 11 games and added Jose Alvarado from the New Orleans Pelicans at the trade deadline, reinforcing the roster for what the organization hopes will be a sustained push down the stretch.
During the wave of trade speculation that ran through February 5, former first-round pick Pacome Dadiet saw his name surface in rumors, primarily as a complementary piece in a potential Guerschon Yabusele deal.
In the end, Dadiet remained in New York, while Yabusele was moved regardless.
Given the 20-year-old’s recent form in the G League, that decision may already be paying dividends.
New York Knicks Seeing Growth From Pacome Dadiet
Dadiet spent much of his rookie campaign with the Knicks’ G League affiliate, the Westchester Knicks.
Like many young prospects, his early development came with inconsistencies that mirrored the raw edges of his game. This season, however, signs of progress are becoming more evident.
On Tuesday night, Dadiet scored 21 points in 34 minutes in a loss to the Valley Suns. He shot 4-of-10 from the field, knocked down two three-pointers, and went a perfect 6-of-6 from the free-throw line. He added two rebounds, one assist, and one steal.
It marked his fourth consecutive 20-point outing and his seventh of the season.
Just short of a fortnight earlier, on January 29, he delivered a 26-point, 12-rebound performance, connecting on four shots from beyond the arc in one of his most complete games of the year.
Across 10 G League appearances this season, Dadiet is averaging 20.8 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 1.6 assists while shooting 43% from the field and 33.8% from three-point range.
In six regular-season contests specifically, his numbers have climbed to 22.1 points per game on 46.6 percent shooting, suggesting more than a fleeting hot streak.
Sustained Development Beginning To Show
Dadiet’s production marks a clear jump from his rookie campaign, when he averaged 13.9 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 2.3 assists on 40% shooting and 29.6% from deep.
The recent run feels less like a brief scoring surge and more like tangible development. Consistent minutes have played a role.
Dadiet is averaging nearly 35 minutes per game in Westchester, operating within a defined role that allows him to play through mistakes and expand his offensive repertoire.
That comfort appears to have translated into confidence.
On December 20, he erupted for 28 points against the Rio Grande Valley Vipers, shooting 9-of-15 from the field and drilling five three-pointers. Performances like that are no longer isolated flashes but part of a broader upward trend.
His NBA opportunities have been limited. Dadiet has appeared in 38 games across two seasons, averaging just 4.7 minutes per contest and 1.1 points per game while shooting 29.5% from the field.
Still, at only 20-years-old, the upside that once made him a first-round pick remains clear.
Whether his long-term future lies firmly in New York or as part of a potential offseason trade package, Dadiet’s combination of size, age, and emerging scoring touch makes him an intriguing prospect.
For now, the Knicks may be quietly benefiting from their patience.