The 2021-22 NBA season has been a major step backward for the New York Knicks compared to last year and while Kemba Walker was one of their big offseason signings, his stint in New York City seems to be coming to an end. 

On Feb. 23, the Knicks and Kemba Walker mutually agreed that the four-time All-Star would sit out the remainder of the 2021-22 season, allowing him to rest up and prepare for the 2022-23 season, first reported by ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. 

In a statement released by the Knicks, team president Leon Rose said: “We fully support Kemba’s decision to shut it down for the remainder of the season and to use this time to prepare for next season. His long-term success on the court remains our top priority.” 

Kemba Walker’s triple-double on Christmas Day against the Atlanta Hawks remains one of the highlights of the season for the Knicks, but the veteran guard’s future in New York is very uncertain at this time. 

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Making $9.1 million in the final year of his contract next season, the Knicks could very well look to include Kemba Walker in a trade package this offseason to try and increase their overall roster talent.

Finding other key contributors to add to their roster will be key for the Knicks in the offseason and with the 2022 free-agent class not possessing many impactful players, the Knicks could very well have to turn their attention to the trade market. 

Given his struggles this season, Kemba Walker will not hold much value in trade discussion, but there are still some teams that will be interested in taking a chance on the former All-Star point guard. 

The Knicks need to make some big moves quickly in the offseason, which is why they could be presented with one of the following options in regards to Kemba Walker.