Well, like every other season, the New York Knicks are focused on the offseason while the NBA playoffs are happening.
After what was considered a step forward last season, the Knicks fell back down to Earth, missing out on the postseason after entering the year with expectations.
Julius Randle signed a contract extension in the offseason that will keep him in New York long term and this is now questioned whether or not it was the right move.
RJ Barrett continues to improve but is also wildly inconsistent as he finished his third year in the league. As for the head coach, the front office assured Tom Thibodeau that he will return as head coach next season. If this is the case, he will have to work to develop his young talent.
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Obi Toppin and Immanuel Quickley emerged toward the end of the season once they got consistent playing time. There is also unknown talent with Quentin Grimes.
The Knicks have solid role players but need that star that can take them to the next level. They were premature in thinking that Randle could be that player.
When looking at the offseason, this is not the deepest free-agent class but there could be some moves out there to be made. Let’s take a look at three potential targets for the New York Knicks in the offseason.