The real reason Knicks' next trade has already been decided

Nov 18, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Pacome Dadiet (4) during the third quarter against the Washington Wizards at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images | Brad Penner-Imagn ImagesAssuming the New York Knicks remain serious about guaranteeing the contracts of two veterans, Pacome Dadiet’s time with the team is drawing to a close. This raises a fair question: Why move him rather than Tyler Kolek?

The answer is all about the 15th spot.

While dumping either Dadiet or Kolek would give the Knicks enough room to keep both Malcolm Brogdon and Landry Shamet, there is only one scenario in which New York has the flexibility to fill out the roster…