In the aftermath of the worst season in franchise history, New York Knicks team president Phil Jackson was determined to build the roster through free agency. Though he has improved the team incrementally, Jackson failed because he didn't provide Carmelo Anthony with a complementary superstar that could help New York contend in a weak Eastern Conference.
The additions of Arron Afflalo—who reached a two-year, $16 million deal with the Knicks last week—and Robin Lopez—who signed for four years and $54 million—give the Knicks instant upgrades at positions of need. They overpaid for both guys, but with the salary cap set to increase in the coming years, per ESPN's Marc Stein, the contracts are pretty reasonable.