The Knicks are stirring the pot again, eyeing a potential trade that could shake things up in the Big Apple.
Knicks Eyeing Marcus Smart: A Bold Move?
Rumor has it that the New York Knicks are cooking up something spicy. They’re reportedly interested in snagging Marcus Smart from the Memphis Grizzlies. Kris Pursiainen from CBS Sports and Ballislife.com dropped this nugget on X, saying the Knicks have been chatting internally about a possible deal for Smart. Now, don’t get too excited just yet—no deal is on the table right now. But sources say the Knicks are ready to make some moves.
The New York Knicks have had internal discussions about a potential deal for Marcus Smart per sources familiar with the situation.
NYK has had rumored interest in Smart before. No deal is imminent but several sources indicated the Knicks are willing to be active on the market.
— Kris Pursiainen (@krispursiainen)
Trading Fever: Randle and DiVincenzo Out, Towns In
Just last week, the Knicks pulled off a blockbuster trade, sending Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo packing to the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for Karl-Anthony Towns. The Wolves also nabbed a 2025 top-13-protected first-round pick from the Knicks, thanks to the Detroit Pistons. Meanwhile, Charlotte Hornets jumped in as the third wheel, picking up DaQuan Jeffries, Charlie Brown Jr., and Duane Washington in sign-and-trade deals. They also got a bunch of future picks and some cash to sweeten the pot. Speaking of trades, did you catch that wild Curry rumor?
Draft Picks Dilemma: Running Low on Assets
Now, here’s where things get tricky for the Knicks. They’ve pretty much mortgaged their future draft picks to the Brooklyn Nets until 2029. The only thing they can offer right now is a heavily-protected first-rounder from the Washington Wizards, plus some swap rights. And let’s not forget, Towns is just starting his four-year, $220 million supermax contract. I think the Knicks might be biting off more than they can chew here.
Matching Smart’s $20.2 million salary could be a headache, considering he’s still under the contract he signed with the Celtics back in 2021. Plus, the dude’s been battling injuries, missing a chunk of last season due to a foot sprain and a finger injury. Is he worth the gamble?
So, Knicks fans, what do you think? Is Marcus Smart the missing piece, or should the Knicks play it safe and hold on to their dwindling assets?
