When even the mayor of New York City, with weightier concerns on his desk, opts to weigh in on the subject, it’s safe to say that the Knicks have a Trae Young problem.
Speaking at his Tuesday morning news briefing, New York City mayor Bill de Blasio, adorned in a Knicks hat - rather than the Nets gear he dressed up in last week - offered his help to the Knicks.
"This is about basketball," de Blasio said. "I have an important official announcement. This is very serious, want to get this out. Message to Trae Young on behalf of the people of New York City and anyone who cares actually playing basketball the right way, stop hunting for fouls, Trae.