NBA Rumors: 3 players in the crosshairs of the New York Knicks to improve the roster
Eliminated in the Eastern Conference finals, they have taken a step further compared to last year but still lack something to compete for a ring.
The promising season for the New York Knicks has come to an end as they were eliminated from the NBA playoffs on Saturday night after losing the sixth game against the Indiana Pacers. What does the future hold for the team?
Some players will not return, and new additions will be made. While the Knicks are always linked to some of the biggest names in the free agent and trade market, who are some realistic names they could potentially acquire?
Here, with the help of Zack Buckley from Bleacher Report, we take a look at three lesser-known trade targets for New York.
Keon Ellis, Sacramento Kings
Ellis, a perfect fit for this Knicks team, would bring the type of defensive intensity that coach Tom Thibodeau loves. This 25-year-old guard went undrafted but made a significant leap to become a key piece in the Kings' rotation. With 1.5 steals per game and a sensational 43.3% from three-point range, he has a very affordable team option of $2.3 million.
Cole Anthony, Orlando Magic
The fourth-year guard saw his minutes and performance decrease significantly last season in Orlando as the coaching staff lost confidence in him. However, in previous years, he has shown to be a good scorer and distributor, making him a solid backup behind Jalen Brunson. As pointed out by Buckley, like Brunson, he is the son of a former Knicks player (Greg Anthony).
Sam Hauser, Boston Celtics
Boston needs to trim salaries this summer, and with Hauser's new four-year, $45 million extension kicking in next season, skyrocketing from $2 million to over $10 million, he could be one of the players they look to trade. Hauser is an excellent shooter, consistently hitting 42% from three-point range in his career. According to Buckley, his ability to keep defenses honest could give Jalen Brunson much-needed relief. He would be a great asset off the bench for the Knicks.
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