The New York Knicks have devoted most of the offseason to improving the depth of their wingers. Numerous players, such as Paul George and OG Anunoby, have been linked to the Knicks, but DeMar DeRozan has recently emerged as a captivating prospect.
DeRozan, at age 33, played arguably the best basketball of his 14-year career in his two seasons with the Chicago Bulls. During that time, he averaged 26.2 points per game, while also making two All-Star appearances. However, with the Bulls falling short of expectations, a change could be looming in the Windy City, potentially putting the 6-time All-Star up for grabs.
The Knicks would secure DeRozan in a major deal that sends Fournier, Roby and Quickley to the Bulls. This move would guarantee the Knicks their third star to join Jalen Brunson and Julius Randle while also offloading Fournier’s contract to the Bulls.
The main incentive in this proposal is Immanuel Quickley. With PG Lonzo Ball sidelined indefinitely, the Bulls may soon need to find a replacement for him. Quickley could fill that need, making this trade beneficial to both teams in the short and long term.