Rumors suggest that New York Knicks are already in talks with two stars who are on the trade market as soon as the off-season started.
Fans desperately want a star in their front line, but here’s why the New York Knicks not making a move for big names like Damian Lillard and James Harden will be fruitful later!
Why is being patient good for the New York Knicks?
The Knicks finished fifth last in the Eastern Conference and played the semifinals, where they were knocked out by the Miami Heat. They have found their star in Jalen Brunson and would love to build the team around him.
Two-time All-Star Julius Randle has been an asset for the Knicks. They have decided to not trade him this season, which strongly suggests that they can hold their horses till 2024. Some big names might try to make a move next season, and the Knicks would pray for the same.
The New York Knicks are pursuing Pascal Siakam, per @ESPNNBA pic.twitter.com/xHXSnthA6n
— NBACentel (@TheNBACentel) July 10, 2023
Four big names the New York Knicks can sign in 2024
Luka Doncic
Doncic has three years left on his five-year contract, but if Dallas fails to perform the way he expects, a trade request can’t be counted out. He has also played with Jalen Brunson at Dallas, and Knicks do have lucrative offers; these two facts are expected to be enough to land a Slovenian point guard in New York.
Giannis Antetokounmpo
This trade might seem absurd to many, but after he has chosen not to extend, a trade can not be ruled out. Giannis still has three seasons left on his contract but if things don’t work out well, the two time MVP might look for a way out and Knicks might try to bring the moon down to sign him.
Begley must-read:
—“As of earlier this week, the Knicks were said to be steadfast in holding to their own price point for any top players available via trade, including Damian Lillard”
In future Knicks might target names like:
—Joel Embiid (“may become frustrated”),
—KAT… pic.twitter.com/54D1wlN1Bz— New York Basketball (@NBA_NewYork) July 6, 2023
Joel Embiid
The Philadelphia 76ers have already lost quite a bit and will try everything to keep their relationship with Joel Embiid in its best shape. The Sixers have failed to improve their semifinal run in the last three seasons. Another one of those might see Joel living, and the Knicks would love to grab the opportunity.
Donovan Mitchell
Donovan was expected to sign for the Knicks last season, but the deal collapsed, and he left for Cleveland. The player has called the Knicks his home and is destined to be a Knick. If the Cavaliers fail to live up to Mitchell’s expectations, fans might see him actually moving to New York.
Let’s see if Knicks sign a big name this year or they wait another year to bring some star home.
