Why It Makes Perfect Sense For The New York Knicks

This deal is not without its risks for the Knickerbockers.

They’re trading a massive haul of draft capital in exchange for Zion Williamson. If injuries continue to hamper his career, they may be mortgaging the future for a present that ends up looking bleak.

Scared money, as they say, don’t make none. Williamson has proven himself to be a star-level contributor in this league when he has been able to take the floor. If he can get his body right, these New York Knicks should a force to be reckoned with for years to come.

This trade would raise interesting questions about Julius Randle, and what the Knicks ought to do with him. Realistically, the best option would be to start shopping him as quickly as possible. Alternatively, the Knicks could move him to the 5 alongside Williamson. The defense would suffer, but the offense would be turbocharged.

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Either way, his presence on the roster shouldn’t keep the Knicks from trading for Williamson. If the New Orleans Pelicans make him available, they should act quickly. He could be the savior for this long-suffering fanbase.