According to ESPNs Ian Begley, the Timberwolves have talked to the Knicks about a possible trade involving Rose. Begley reports that it is unclear what the Timberwolves would offer the Knicks for the former MVP. The Timberwolves arent the only team inquiring about Rose as Begley reports that several teams have reached out to the Knicks about their starting point guard.
-Berman is implying Melo prefers LAC/LAL over Cleveland, Boston etc but like everyone else he's saying a deal would be shocking.
-Steve Kyler says Paul has a verbal agreement to remain with LAC and will be official once the new CBA begins.
I'd give Rubio a chance here. He at least tries on defense and it's not like Rose can shoot either, aside from layups and runners.
With Thib's history with Rose probably mostly that + knowledge Knicks are prone to dumb moves + possibly a "tryout" in terms of fit.
Yuck.
Yuck.
CHI will really regret dealing Butler for spare parts. They really need to resist that temptation. Boston is really the only match that makes sense.
Yuck.
If its their first round pick this year.... Id consider it.
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Offered williams, Randle, Clarkson and picks for Butler.
Yuck.
If its their first round pick this year.... Id consider it.
I don't think it would be, they only have control of it if it falls top 3. Otherwise i believe the earliest it can be is 2020 because philly gets the 2018 pick. Could be wrong on that though.
I'm shocked they wouldn't move Ingram for Boogie. I think teams are going to regret big time not grabbing Cousins for cheap.
now rubio is not going to atop me from drafting a point guard but it could open more possibilitiea without desperately needing a point guard
Agreed. Where do you think Josh Hart gets drafted and how do you project him in the NBA?
I'd probably do Rose for Rubio. Knicks would be very Eurocentric though.
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think Jalen Brunson could be a second round target for Phil if they don't get a PG 1st round.
Agreed. Where do you think Josh Hart gets drafted and how do you project him in the NBA?
I'd probably do Rose for Rubio. Knicks would be very Eurocentric though.
Hart is having a nice season but most things I see have him 2nd round as well. Seems like this draft is crazy deep on paper. Brunson isn't going to wow you but he's smart, high character, seems like the kind of PG Phik would like. Hart to me would be a great pickup second round which is another reason I'd love to see more picks added.
And Rose has been what, exactly? Iron man?
Same. He's also halfway through his deal at a pretty decent cost.
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The Knicks, Wolves & Pistons have discussed a three-team trade that sends DRose to Minnesota, Rubio to Detroit & Reggie Jackson to NY (ESPN)
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The Knicks, Wolves & Pistons have discussed a three-team trade that sends DRose to Minnesota, Rubio to Detroit & Reggie Jackson to NY (ESPN)
Such a Knicks move. Score first point guard on a big contract with injury concerns. Teammates also hate playing with him. A hard pass.
legion hoops just retweets reports, more than likely it is windhorst report they are reporting
The Clippers want Jae Crowder, Avery Bradley or Smart, and future 1st Round Picks in exchange for Blake Griffin from the Celtics (Via ESPN)
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The Knicks, Wolves & Pistons have discussed a three-team trade that sends DRose to Minnesota, Rubio to Detroit & Reggie Jackson to NY (ESPN)
That's also not what Windhorst said.
Big pass on Reggie Jackson.
I agree and also it sure would be nice to see a Knicks PG at least try and get in the way of another team's PG occasionally. Not saying Rubio is a defensive stopper but at least it won't be the usual magic carpet ride to the rim.
The ringer wrote about it a few weeks ago.
Thing is, by the time the team is ready (if ever) to compete for the East, Melo's days will be over.
Well if you believe Tommy Dee, Boston is a KOQ away from a trip to the finals and should be getting us the BKN pick.
Knicks are getting a late future 1st plus Young and Jackson- two decent young players. Boston doesn't even have room for those young guys and have plenty of picks. Celtics are barely giving up anything. Who says no?
Rubio's deal is longer, thus he is the salary dump, not Rose's expiring deal. I'd hope the Knicks could at least get a 2nd round pick along with taking back Rubio.
I don't think the guy is the next James Harden but he doesn't get any minutes for Boston. When he does he's played well. I would take a chance on him.
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I don't think the guy is the next James Harden but he doesn't get any minutes for Boston. When he does he's played well. I would take a chance on him.
He's made 21 shots in total this year. He can't play defense to save his life. The Celtics use Jerebko and Olynyk as part of their rotation. If he deserved minutes, he would get them. RJ hunter is another Celtic that didn't get minutes. Turns out he wasn't kyle korver that wasn't getting minutes because of the players in front of him.
3 or 4 picks for Carmelo? Good luck getting that.
Most likely scenario is Melo gets moved to the Clippers in the offseason. Who knows though.
You can speak for yourself. Any true knick fan would want the Knicks to get better long term. Sending Melo to Boston isn't going to put them over the Cavs.
When was the last time a 1st rounder was sold straight for cash?
Teams aren't selling picks anymore. Not happening.