The Gloved One Jamal Crawford is expected back Wednesday after a one-game absence, and there is a possibility that Stephon Marbury will be in uniform for the first time in two weeks.

But the Knicks will receive an even greater boost from the players who won't be available. Sacramento, which is 11-18 despite not having Mike Bibby all season, will also be without two other starters, Ron Artest and Kevin Martin.