Enes Kanter definitely wants to play for the New York Knicks. His contract contains a player option for next season, but he is likely to opt in and collect his $18 million from the Knicks. Earlier this season, Kanter playfully yet somewhat seriously stated that he wants to retire in New York.
Again, he is talking about wanting to continue his tenure with the Knicks. Kanter told Newsday’s Al Iannazzone, “This is the place I want to be. I’ve said it from the beginning because I know the organization.