Washington Wizards Land Julius Randle In Blockbuster Trade Scenario

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Why The New York Knicks Do The Deal 

For the Knicks, this deal isn’t necessarily about getting better in 2022-23. 

Largely, this deal is about getting away from Julius Randle. In 2021-22, it appeared increasingly obvious that frustration was boiling over with both Randle and the organization. If the relationship is permanently damaged, it might be time to move on. 

Doing so would be good for their books too. Barton is on an expiring contract, while Kuzma only has an extra year on his. Conversely, Randle is locked up (on bigger money, no less) through to 2026. 

As with any discussion involving the Knicks, there’s an elephant in this room, and its name is Donovan Mitchell. With that said, this deal could work for New York either way.

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They’re either clearing cap room for Mitchell’s co-star, or they’re clearing cap room for their new star. In either event, they’ll hope to land someone who’s on the league’s A-List. 

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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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