New York Knicks Receive: C Christian Wood, G Kevin Porter Jr.

Houston Rockets Receive: F Obi Toppin, C Mitchell Robinson, G Miles McBridge, G Ryan Arcidiacono

This hypothetical deal is courtesy of Chad Ford’s Big Board. He built some trades based on what he is hearing, not that these deals are likely. These are some things that executives around the league think could happen or what they believe would work for the teams involved.

This deal between the New York Knicks and Houston Rockets certainly comes out of left field a little bit, but it does cement each team’s current status. New York is looking to raise its ceiling while Houston adds even more youngsters to the mix for their rebuild.

The Knicks take a shot on Christian Wood and Kevin Porter Jr., two very talented players that could probably use some tough coaching to bring the most out of them.

Porter has run into issues with the Cleveland Cavaliers and Rockets but could be a long-term solution at the point guard spot.

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To acquire them, the Knicks dig into some of their young assets. Mitchell Robinson has been excellent recently, as he is rounding into shape after injuries derailed his 2020-21 season. He is an impending free agent and could be someone the Rockets look to retain long-term.

Obi Toppin has looked much improved in his second season in the NBA. However, as long as Julius Randle is entrenched as the starting power forward, there won’t be many opportunities for Toppin. Cashing in on his value to fill holes elsewhere makes sense.

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Miles McBride was a second-round pick in 2021. He hasn’t had too many extended chances with the NBA but has been dominant in the G League, where is averaging 27 points per game with 9.5 assists.

How does this deal impact both teams? Let’s take a look at it from each of their perspectives, starting with the Knicks.