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On Sunday evening, the New York Knicks will be in Oklahoma City to take on the Thunder.
The Knicks most recently lost to the Hornets (in Charlotte) by a score of 114-103.
Ariel Hukporti did not play in the game.
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GettyNEW YORK, NEW YORK – DECEMBER 07: Ariel Hukporti #55 of the New York Knicks reacts after a dunk in the second half against the Detroit Pistons at Madison Square Garden on December 07, 2024 in New York City. The Detroit Pistons defeated the New York Knicks 120-111. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Before Sunday’s game, the Knicks announced that they had assigned Hukporti to the G League.
NY Knicks PR wrote: “The New York Knicks assign Ariel Hukporti to the Westchester Knicks.”
GettyTORONTO, CANADA – FEBRUARY 4: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks hugs Ariel Hukporti #55 after their NBA game against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena on February 4, 2025 in Toronto, Canada. (Photo by Cole Burston/Getty Images)
Hukporti’s Season
Hukporti has been excellent during his stints in Westchester.
On Saturday night, he led the team to a 123-121 victory over the Windy City Bulls.
The 23-year-old finished with 32 points, ten rebounds, one assist, one steal and five blocks while shooting 13/23 from the field and 4/6 from three-point range in 38 minutes of playing time.
@NBA_NewYork wrote: “Ariel Hukporti didn’t attempt any 3s at all in the NBA, Summer or G Leagues until December, but finishes the G League season 8 for his last 21–38%—from deep, including 4-6 today”
GettyNEW YORK, NEW YORK – JANUARY 21: Ariel Hukporti #55 of the New York Knicks reacts as Day’ron Sharpe #20 of the Brooklyn Nets looks on during the second half at Madison Square Garden on January 21, 2026 in New York City. The Knicks won 120-66. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
Hukporti was the 58th pick in the 2024 NBA Draft.
He has spent each of his first two season as a pro with the Knicks organization.