Los Angeles Clippers Receive: G/F RJ Barrett, C Isaiah Hartenstein, F Obi Toppin, G Immanuel Quickley, 2026 First-Round Pick (NYK), 2028 First-Round Pick (NYK)
New York Knicks Receive: G/F Paul George
Of course, it’s hard to plan when other decision-makers are involved.
Welcome to the NBA. You may want a particular player. That’s fine. 29 other general managers may want him as well.
Alternatively, it’s possible that only 5 do. That can still be an obstacle.
If you don’t have the best offer or aren’t willing to make it, why should you get the player?
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Let’s say George is on the market. The Knicks can make a compelling offer, but it would be costly. For example, they’re giving up a lot here.
Should they?