Would This Trade Work?
For the New York Knicks, this seems like a home run. Jerami Grant has experience in the postseason and can act as a leader. The room acquired by moving Julius Randle can be used as a future deal for Grant – and it would be cheaper.
It was a challenging year for the Knicks and Randle. He was seen causing problems on and off the court with his team and opponents. This was out of frustration for the lack of individual and team success. At this point, Randle is not viewed like he once was in New York, and that is a bad sign, which many who know the city can attest to.
When looking at Grant, he provides options that Randle does not. Overall, his defensive ability and fluid play within the offense.
The Knicks struggled at the point guard position, and Joseph would provide depth coming off the bench. Randle began acting as an isolation player along the perimeter, which was a mess. Joseph remains an underrated part of this deal as well.
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As for the Detroit Pistons, this depends on what their plan is. Cade Cunningham and Saddiq Bey give Detroit a core to build around for the future.
Randle and a first-round pick might fit into the plan. He is getting paid, but the Pistons might be looking for a longer-term option. Jerami Grant has just one year left on his deal, while Randle has team control for a few years. He is getting paid, but the Pistons might be looking for a longer-term option.
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The Pistons could add a big man who can be productive if he is on his game. Doing so would help the younger options improve along the perimeter and have more space to create. For Randle, this would allow him to play his style of offense without as much pressure.
A trade to the Detroit Pistons would be a fresh start for Julius Randle and the New York Knicks. It’s something both sides should be interested in moving forward.
