The Knicks’ Pacôme Dadiet is playing for the Ivory Coast today and I think that means we’ve passed the 40 mark for activ Via @TheSteinLine on X

What happened: The Knicks forward is playing Thursday in World Cup qualifying. The current stage runs through Aug. 30 in Dakar.

Why it matters: The appearance gives New York another player in international competition ahead of the 2026-27 season. Participation by more than 40 active NBA players underscores the league's reach across national-team qualifying.

By the numbers: The four-day qualifying window runs from Aug. 27 through Aug. 30.

What to watch: Dadiet's role through the close of the window will be the next marker before Knicks training camp.

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