Steve Francis's coveted #3 is unavailable in New York, already taken by his new running mate Stephon Marbury.
His Maryland #23 also is unavailable, occupied by Quentin Richardson.
Francis had chosen a number which is familiar to Knick fans everywhere, the #8 jersey vacated by fan favorite Latrell Sprewell a few seasons back. He was presented the #8 jersey at an early evening news conference.
Knicks PR has since notified RealGM that he has decided to wear #1 instead.