On a chaotic Wednesday that saw Kyle Kuzma to the Bucks, Khris Middleton to the Wizards, Jonas Valanciunas to the Kings, Jimmy Butler to the Warriors, and Brandon Ingram to the Raptors, we get to blog about Jericho Sims for Delon Wright!
The Full Trade Details
- New York Knicks Receive: G Delon Wright, draft rights to Hugo Besson, and cash considerations
- Milwaukee Bucks Receive: C Jericho Sims, draft rights to Mathias Lessort
This trade will technically be part of the larger Middleton-for-Kuzma deal earlier today, per Shams Charania. The official reasoning remains unclear, but the Bucks, as a first-apron team, are not allowed to take on more salary than they send out. Jericho Sims carries a cap hit that exceeds Delon Wright’s by $4,000, making this minor swap necessary to satisfy the CBA’s salary-matching rules.
Jericho Sims: A Solid Tenure in New York
Sims, a 58th overall pick, gave the Knicks underrated value over 3.5 seasons. In 177 career games, he averaged 2.4 points, 3.9 rebounds, and shot an efficient 71.8% from the field in 13.4 minutes per game. He recorded three double-doubles, often stepping up when injuries struck the frontcourt.
His best moment in a Knicks uniform likely came on April 6, 2022, when he put up 10 points, 13 rebounds, 3 blocks, and 2 assists against the Brooklyn Nets. Though he never became a regular starter, Sims carved out a role as an energetic rebounder and rim protector.
Why This Trade Matters
While this move may seem minor compared to the blockbuster deals of the day, it reflects the intricate cap gymnastics required in today’s NBA trade market. The Knicks add a veteran guard in Delon Wright, who provides depth and defensive prowess, while the Bucks gain a young, athletic center in Sims to bolster their frontcourt rotation.
It’s funny—on a day filled with All-Star-caliber trades, one of the final moves hinged on a $4,000 cap discrepancy.