# Knicks CHANGE ROTATION! NY REPLACES Landry Shamet w/ Jose Alvarado For Playoffs... | Knicks News | The Knicks Recap Podcast

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Published: 2026-04-26T22:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

The New York Knicks have overhauled their playoff rotation, officially moving Landry Shamet to the bench in favor of Jose Alvarado's high-energy defensive style. This analysis explores how these tactical adjustments and shifts in offensive focal points are driving the Knicks' momentum against the Hawks.

## Highlights
- Main idea: The Knicks have prioritized defensive tenacity and energy by inserting Jose Alvarado into the active rotation
- Practical takeaway: Success in Game 5 depends on Jalen Brunson facilitating through Carl Anthony Towns rather than forcing isolation plays
- Failure mode: Relying on Landry Shamet's perimeter shooting without the accompanying defensive pressure could stall the Knicks' momentum
- Main idea: Mike Brown's rotation changes extend beyond the guard position to include benching Mikal Bridges for Deuce McBride
- Practical takeaway: The Knicks' offensive flow relies on ball movement that allows secondary scorers like OG Anunoby to thrive

## Topics

New York Knicks, NBA Playoffs, Jose Alvarado, Landry Shamet, Mike Brown, Jalen Brunson, Atlanta Hawks, NBA Rotation, Basketball Strategy

## Chapters
- 1:00 — The Rotation Shift: Details on the reports confirming Jose Alvarado's return to the rotation and Landry Shamet's removal.
- 2:00 — Analyzing the Bench Changes: An examination of the broader roster adjustments, including the impact of Deuce McBride and Jordan Clarkson.
- 4:00 — The Alvarado Advantage: Why Alvarado's defensive 'pest' mentality and energy provide more value than Shamet's shooting right now.
- 7:00 — Series Implications: Evaluating the betting odds for Game 5 and the high stakes of this series-defining matchup.
- 9:00 — Offensive Strategy: A breakdown of how the Knicks must utilize Carl Anthony Towns and Jalen Brunson to maintain offensive flow.

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