New York Knicks Receive: G Jordan Clarkson, F/C Kelly Olynyk, 2025 First-Round Pick (MIN via UTA), 2025 First-Round Pick (CLE via UTA) 

Utah Jazz Receive: G/F RJ Barrett 

Of course, you may be asking yourself a question. If Barrett hasn’t been a positive contributor, why would the Jazz give up so much to get him? 

Potential. The Jazz would be banking on Barrett’s potential. It’s a dangerous game, but it’s also one that NBA general managers have to play. 

Why is it so dangerous? Well, players fall short of their potential all the time. There are no guarantees with young players.

They may have been lottery picks, but that doesn’t mean they’ll produce like lottery picks. 

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In fact, that’s exactly what Barrett has failed to do in his NBA career so far. With that said, at 22, he’s still got plenty of time to make good on his potential. 

Should the Jazz see if he can do it in Utah?