Los Angeles Lakers Receive: F Julius Randle, G Derrick Rose, 2023 First-Round Pick (DAL via NYK), 2025 First-Round Pick (NYK)

New York Knicks Receive: F/C Anthony Davis

Another tendency humans have is to take risks. Whether you see that as a positive trait or not, of course, depends on your own personal risk profile. 

Some people avoid risks at all costs. Those people probably deny themselves too many opportunities. On the other hand, some people are prone to jumping before looking. Realistically, the best thing you can do is try to strike a balance, and identify calculated risks. 

Of course, even then, everyone’s calculations are bound to be different. That boils down to another component of human nature – instincts.

Some people are sharper than others, but no matter who you are, you have to trust your own. 

LATEST NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: Anthony Davis, Los Angeles Lakers & New York Knicks Updates

This deal poses a risk for both of the teams involved. The Lakers are downgrading in terms of sheer talent, whereas the Knicks are rolling the dice on Davis’ increasingly concerning health. 

Should they really take that risk?