As the playoff chase picks up steam in the coming weeks, several bj-league general managers could be shaking their heads and asking themselves, "Why didn't I sign Billy Knight?"

It's clear the UCLA product could be a key difference maker for any number of teams, especially the 2-28 Takamatsu Five Arrows, whose ability to lose by 25 or more points is as strong as the Ryukyu Golden Kings' versatility. Playoff contenders could also benefit from Knight's all-around skills.

But the Feb. 3 signing deadline has passed. Now teams can instead have this thought in mind: "Maybe we should add Knight to our 2012-13 roster."