The New York Knicks did their best to land Donovan Mitchell this NBA offseason. For a long time, his eventual departure to New York felt inevitable. It wasn’t. Now, Mitchell is a Cavalier. It failed.
There are more All-Star guards out there than just Mitchell. By staying patient, perhaps the Knicks could take advantage of a future trade opportunity for an All-Star talent to pair with their core.
One name to keep an eye on is Zach LaVine. There were some concerns about giving LaVine a massive long-term contract extension due to his lingering knee issues. To start the 2022-23 season, he’s dealing with issues again.
The Bulls do not appear to have what it takes to contend for a championship. If they realize this and decide it’s best to trade veterans for draft assets, could LaVine be among the first to go? That’s the type of scenario the Knicks should monitor.
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The Knicks need to make some sort of aggressive move to become a legitimate contender in the Eastern Conference. If they have confidence that acquiring LaVine would get them closer to that level, it’s a risk worth considering.
In the event that he does, here’s a deal that sends Zach LaVine to the New York Knicks.
