The New York Knicks have already made several key moves this offseason, including trading for Mikal Bridges. However, some analysts believe the franchise is still looking to make another blockbuster trade.
Casey Powell (aka CP “The Fanchise”) of Bleacher Report reported that the Knicks are interested in trading for Minnesota Timberwolves star Karl-Anthony Towns. One note, Powell’s assessment came before New York officially signed Jalen Brunson to a team-friendly extension. One could argue that the Knicks are now in a better position to acquire another star given Brunson’s new deal.
“I don’t think [the Knicks] are done. I think there’s another move they want to make,” Powell explained during a live Bleacher Report broadcast on July 9, 2024. “…I think there’s a big turn they want to make Well, think about it, right, we talked about all the moves they made this offseason to get a little more wiggle room with the salary cap, right.
“…They didn’t sign Julius Randle to an extension. …They’re more of a fan of Karl-Anthony Towns [than Randle]. They want Towns. …[The Timberwolves are] in a little bit of a sticky situation where They could use some savings. And I can tell you the Knicks want Towns, man.”