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sol537 wrote:When/if DMitch (Jazz) becomes available, you package RJ + Obi + IQ + picks and bring him in to pair with Randle + Fournier and see if you can sneak a title in within the next 3-5 years while Randle + Mitchell are in their primes.

moocow007 wrote:

HarthorneWingo wrote:

moocow007 wrote:
I'm actually a Wood fan. If this was last offseason I would be much more inclined due to the offensive uptick that adding Wood would bring a team that (prior to the start of last season) I said was woefully deficient on the offensive end (and still said so even with Randle going God mode...playoff proving my case). Now? I'm not sure if the fit/need is still there. Still yeah I probably would. Wood is obviously a much better offensive player and his offensive game is pretty much perfect for today's NBA C. Defensively he's actually a bit underrated IMO and in Thibs defensive system I think he can work real well.

Wood is an underrated defender too. I mean if people are talking KAT, I think Wood is an option that’s much less expensive and actually brings some defense to the table. Can you imagine having all 5 players being 3-point threats? Maybe he could be had acquired without having to give up Mitch. How about Noel, Sims, and a FRP?

I would definitely do that if the Rockets agree. Would gives you a much better hedge in case something else goes wrong with Robinson moving forward. He'd make the Knicks even more of a handful to deal with for opposing defenses (they'd have 5 guys in their starting lineup that can all shoot from deep and score). Just imagine what that will do to a team like the Hawks when the Knicks play them different than in the playoffs this past season. Capella can't basically camp near the basket anymore which then will open up the lane for drives by the Knick guards and we won't have to see RJ get stuffed everytime he tries to score around the basket lol.

HarthorneWingo wrote:

moocow007 wrote:

HarthorneWingo wrote:
Wood is an underrated defender too. I mean if people are talking KAT, I think Wood is an option that’s much less expensive and actually brings some defense to the table. Can you imagine having all 5 players being 3-point threats? Maybe he could be had acquired without having to give up Mitch. How about Noel, Sims, and a FRP?

I would definitely do that if the Rockets agree. Would gives you a much better hedge in case something else goes wrong with Robinson moving forward. He'd make the Knicks even more of a handful to deal with for opposing defenses (they'd have 5 guys in their starting lineup that can all shoot from deep and score). Just imagine what that will do to a team like the Hawks when the Knicks play them different than in the playoffs this past season. Capella can't basically camp near the basket anymore which then will open up the lane for drives by the Knick guards and we won't have to see RJ get stuffed everytime he tries to score around the basket lol.

The flexibility would be unreal. We could add Knox to sweeten the offer.

Angryfatboy wrote:

NYG wrote:What is the Knicks biggest need?

A backup wing with size that can defend and shoot

Ray Williams wrote:I love Mitch but if Ayton isn’t getting extended I’d try to move for him.

WargamesX wrote:

Ray Williams wrote:I love Mitch but if Ayton isn’t getting extended I’d try to move for him.

Yeah…. Yeah that would definitely be a smart move. The Suns would be crazy not to pay him his worth.

HarthorneWingo wrote:

WargamesX wrote:

Ray Williams wrote:I love Mitch but if Ayton isn’t getting extended I’d try to move for him.

Yeah…. Yeah that would definitely be a smart move. The Suns would be crazy not to pay him his worth.

Can we at least wait for Mitch to get back into game playing shape before we make any rash decisions?

8516knicks wrote:Another one bites the dust -- Tyrell Terry waived by the Mavs as another pre-draft board favorite joins Oturu in the void.

moocow007 wrote:

8516knicks wrote:Another one bites the dust -- Tyrell Terry waived by the Mavs as another pre-draft board favorite joins Oturu in the void.

Apparently Terry had been dealing with some mental health issues. Hopefully he can get his mind straight and latch on somewhere else. There's still a lot of potential there.

HarthorneWingo wrote:

moocow007 wrote:

8516knicks wrote:Another one bites the dust -- Tyrell Terry waived by the Mavs as another pre-draft board favorite joins Oturu in the void.

Apparently Terry had been dealing with some mental health issues. Hopefully he can get his mind straight and latch on somewhere else. There's still a lot of potential there.

I'd sign him and let's help get him right mentally and physically. This kid went to Stanford. He's no dope. He's a smart and maybe sensitive kid. Look at it as a trade of Frank for Tyrell.

WargamesX wrote:Is it still to early for a draft thread? I want to start posting videos of viable wing targets mocked for the second round that other teams are going to end up taking in the top 10.

8516knicks wrote:

WargamesX wrote:Is it still to early for a draft thread? I want to start posting videos of viable wing targets mocked for the second round that other teams are going to end up taking in the top 10.

I think that compared to the past 2 years, changes have leaked board enthusiasm for it. First, we're now good (or at least solidly mediocre plus) so our pick will probably not be in the lottery. And also we seemed (going off last year) to be in a trade down mentality now, so players we might like will probably be passed over by us. And third, there's no clear cut wonderkind like Cade, let alone the others close to him this year. So, have at it; I'll read it (albeit knowing we'll probably trade down to the mid 2nd round).

WargamesX wrote:

8516knicks wrote:

WargamesX wrote:Is it still to early for a draft thread? I want to start posting videos of viable wing targets mocked for the second round that other teams are going to end up taking in the top 10.

I think that compared to the past 2 years, changes have leaked board enthusiasm for it. First, we're now good (or at least solidly mediocre plus) so our pick will probably not be in the lottery. And also we seemed (going off last year) to be in a trade down mentality now, so players we might like will probably be passed over by us. And third, there's no clear cut wonderkind like Cade, let alone the others close to him this year. So, have at it; I'll read it (albeit knowing we'll probably trade down to the mid 2nd round).

I keep hoping we consolidate up. Next draft is not held to a high standard so it would be possible to consolidate to move up.

8516knicks wrote:

WargamesX wrote:

8516knicks wrote:
I think that compared to the past 2 years, changes have leaked board enthusiasm for it. First, we're now good (or at least solidly mediocre plus) so our pick will probably not be in the lottery. And also we seemed (going off last year) to be in a trade down mentality now, so players we might like will probably be passed over by us. And third, there's no clear cut wonderkind like Cade, let alone the others close to him this year. So, have at it; I'll read it (albeit knowing we'll probably trade down to the mid 2nd round).

I keep hoping we consolidate up. Next draft is not held to a high standard so it would be possible to consolidate to move up.

Wouldn't the logic be the opposite of that - if this draft sucks as you imply, why would another team prefer two more mediocre picks for a maybe semi-decent/semi-mediocre player? And if they're 1st rounders, they'd have to pay 2 contracts not just one. Only if they're heavy into the odds of one being serviceable on a G league level? And what good would picking a semi-mediocre G leaguer do us, anyway? (Admittedly, I have no idea how good/bad this upcoming draft is compared to past years).

WargamesX wrote:Is it still to early for a draft thread? I want to start posting videos of viable wing targets mocked for the second round that other teams are going to end up taking in the top 10.

moocow007 wrote:

WargamesX wrote:Is it still to early for a draft thread? I want to start posting videos of viable wing targets mocked for the second round that other teams are going to end up taking in the top 10.

Yeah way too early I think.

And the 2022 draft looks kinda weakish. There's just a handful of guys that even stands out for me. Daimion Collins is one. Hunter Sallis is another. Paolo Banchero as well. None of the 3 are wings though and all will be gone by the time the Knicks pick. And I don't think any of them has perennial all star much less superstar potential.