The New York Knicks are preparing for a 2020 period of free agency unlike any other in NBA history. The effect of COVID-19 is still unknown, as the approach of free agents could be anywhere between refusing anything other than a long-term deal and looking for a short-term cash grab.
Compounded by the absence of All-Star free agents, this coming summer could see teams either overpay role players or secure unprecedented bargain deals.
One of the players whom the Knicks believe will stand out from the pack is current Detroit Pistons power forward Christian Wood. Wood is a quiet candidate for Most Improved Player, as he’s capitalized on Blake Griffin’s injury absence by piecing together his best NBA season to date.