Knicks sign G Duhon

Jul 9, 2008 - 4:52 PM NEW YORK (Ticker) -- The New York Knicks signed point guard Chris Duhon on Wednesday, officially kicking off the free-agent signing period.

Terms of the deal were not disclosed, but the Sporting News reported last week that Duhon would be signed to a two-year contract at the full mid-level exception with the full value of the deal to be around $12 million.

"Chris has established himself as a solid point guard in our league making him a good addition to our roster," New York president of basketball operations Donnie Walsh said. "He plays hard on both ends of the floor and makes good decisions with the basketball."

The signing likely will signal the end of Stephon Marbury's disastrous tenure with his hometown team.

A 2004 second-round pick of the Chicago Bulls, Duhon is known more for his defense and his ability to take care of the ball. He has career averages of 6.9 points and 4.5 assists and also has shot just under 36 percent from 3-point range.

Last season, Duhon appeared in 66 games, averaging 5.8 points and 4.0 rebounds in 22.6 minutes.

"Chris will strengthen our backcourt and help us in several areas," Knicks coach Mike D'Antoni said. "He is a smart player who always plays with intensity and I look forward to working with him."