marcus Camby was examined yesterday by Dr. William Hamilton, a foot specialist, and told that the condition of his left foot had improved. But whether Camby, who has plantar fasciitis, will be available for the Knicks' season opener against Michael Jordan and the Washington Wizards on Oct. 30 remains a mystery.

Camby will resume practicing with the Knicks today but will not play in tonight's preseason game against the Utah Jazz at Madison Square Garden.