Why The New York Knicks Do The Deal

Basically, you could re-read the Nets section, apply the opposite logic, and you’ve got the Knicks section of this article.

Unlike the Nets, the Knicks would be upgrading their shot creation significantly by adding Mitchell. Therefore, they ought to place a higher value on Harris’ floor spacing. He’ll open up driving lanes for Mitchell in a way that Fournier won’t quite manage to.

Granted, Harris is coming off of a major injury. There is some risk for the Knicks here. At the same time, shooting is a skill that tends to translate. It’s as safe to assume that Harris can return to form as it ever could be with a player coming off an injury.

The future is unknown for both of these teams. If the Nets don’t move Durant, or the Knicks don’t land Mitchell, this might be a lateral move that’s not worth making. On the other hand, if both of those moves do happen, who knows?

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This could be a marginal difference that ends up counting for more than expected.