From NBA To US Open: New York Knicks’ Landry Shamet Trades Jump Shots For Camera Shots
Landry Shamet has built his name in the NBA as a reliable shooter and floor-spacer, but at the 2025 U.S. Open in New York, the Knicks guard found himself in an entirely different spotlight. This time, instead of sinking three-pointers under the bright lights of Madison Square Garden, Shamet was capturing moments through the lens of a camera, surprising fans and attendees with his hidden passion for photography.
Shamet, who joined the Knicks in 2024, has always been recognized for his sharp shooting and basketball IQ. But off the court, he has quietly cultivated a love for storytelling through images. According to those close to him, Shamet travels with his camera wherever the season takes him, documenting city life, team camaraderie, and landscapes in between road games. The U.S. Open, with its vibrant atmosphere and international energy, provided the perfect stage for him to merge his two worlds — sports and art.
Dressed casually in sneakers, a Knicks cap, and his camera slung across his shoulder, Shamet roamed the grounds at Flushing Meadows capturing candid shots of players, fans, and the electric environment. Social media quickly caught wind of his presence, as photos circulated of Shamet kneeling courtside with professional equipment, looking every bit the part of a sports photographer rather than an NBA guard.
“Basketball is my career, but photography is my passion,” Shamet explained in a brief interview. “It gives me a way to slow down and see things differently. On the court, everything moves fast — possessions, decisions, the crowd. With a camera, I get to freeze those moments.”
His transition from hardwood to hard court — in a very different sense — also highlights the growing trend of athletes exploring creative outlets outside their sport. From fashion to film, today’s stars are diversifying their identities beyond competition, and Shamet’s foray into photography shows the multidimensional nature of modern athletes.
For Knicks fans, the sight of Shamet behind the camera rather than the three-point line was both unusual and refreshing. It also raised curiosity about whether this hobby could evolve into something larger after his playing days. While he remains focused on contributing to the Knicks’ pursuit of playoff success, Shamet has hinted that one day he could see himself curating an exhibit or publishing a photo book that reflects his unique journey.
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