The New York Knicks are on the hunt for a third star to complement Julius Randle and Jalen Brunson, but they’re not willing to overpay for older players with injury risks.
A recent proposal for Paul George from the Los Angeles Clippers was rejected by the Knicks, who saw RJ Barrett as the starting point in a potential deal. Given George’s hefty salary and desire for an extension, the Knicks opted to explore other options, seeking players in their prime who offer greater upside and reliability.
The Struggle to Find Prime Talent
Finding prime-aged players who offer value on both offense and defense is challenging since teams are often reluctant to let go of high-caliber talent.