The Knicks-Nets Trade Sends Kyrie Irving To New York

Kyrie Irving, Brooklyn Nets, New York Knicks, NBA Trade Rumors
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Kyrie Irving, Brooklyn Nets, NBA Trade Rumors
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Why The New York Knicks Do The Deal

An unhappy player is a distressed asset. Talent alone does not determine trade value: plenty of contextual factors determine how deals get done in the NBA.

Having said that, sometimes, a distressed asset can be swapped for another one. That would be the case with this deal. After all, Julius Randle looked plenty distressed throughout 2021-22.

Often, he appeared to be at odds with his teammates and coaching staff. Furthermore, his play declined rapidly from the levels it reached during his All-NBA campaign in 2020-21. Randle’s time in New York, like Irving’s in Brooklyn, may be coming to an end.

Furthermore, the Knicks need a point guard. Granted, they’re probably looking for one who plays basketball on a regular basis. Still, taking a risk on Irving may be more palpable than continuing to take a risk on Randle.

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After all, for all of his oddities, Irving is the better basketball player. With that in mind, would the Nets really be interested in this deal?

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James Piercey

When it comes to exploring the endless possibilities of NBA trades, there's no one quite like James Piercey. With a keen eye for player dynamics, salary cap intricacies, and a knack for discovering uncharted trade territory, James has risen to prominence as the preeminent expert in the realm of hypothetical NBA trades. James is also known for his work covering the Houston Rockets for SB Nation's The Dream Shake — a blog that gives a daily, comprehensive look at the team. He has written for various outlets, including FanSided and Last Word on Sports, among others.

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