Indiana Pacers Receive: G/F Evan Fournier, F Cam Reddish, 2023 First-Round Pick (DAL)
New York Knicks Receive: G Malcolm Brogdon
The logic here is similar to that employed in the last deal. The New York Knicks are parting with assets in order to acquire a stronger lead guard.
In this case, the Pacers don’t have a particular interest in any of the Knicks’ veterans. They’re rebuilding and ought to be more focused on young talent than filling a position of need. Cam Reddish and a first-round pick is an excellent return for Malcolm Brogdon.
After all, they’ve probably outgrown their use for him having acquired Tyrese Haliburton at the trade deadline. Meanwhile, the Knicks never seemed to have much use for Cam Reddish at all. He was never a prominent member of their rotation over the half-season he’s spent in the Big Apple so far.
In fact, Reddish has not met his potential throughout his NBA career yet. At 21, he still has ample time. The Pacers should be happy to gamble on his upside and land a first-round pick in the process.
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On the other hand, if the Knicks intend to land back in the playoffs next season, the acquisition of Malcolm Brogdon ought to be a good starting point.
