The New York Knicks are in the middle of a pretty stellar campaign. Ranking 5th in the East with a 19-18 record, they are on track for a playoff berth for the first time since 2013.
And, according to Marc Berman of The New York Post, reinforcements could be on the way. Ahead of this month’s trade deadline, and maybe even beyond, the Knicks are apparently looking at two point guards to add to their backcourt: Lonzo Ball of the New Orleans Pelicans and Terry Rozier of the Charlotte Hornets.
As electric as rookie Immanuel Quickley has been, they still think he could be a sixth-man stud or start as an off-the-ball guard in the right alignment. He’s not viewed as an elite playmaker.
That is why the Knicks have always kept an eye on Hornets point guard Terry Rozier and young Pelicans playmaker Lonzo Ball (who would probably be more of a summer transaction).
As an elite defender, excellent playmaker, and knockdown shooter, ‘Zo is a well-rounded option for the Knicks to run at point. He could make a real impact on the team, as they look to sculpt their culture and identity.
As for Rozier, he’s a bonafide scorer who brings versatility and instant buckets. Averaging 20.5 points per game in Charlotte this year, he could be a real secondary option for New York.
Needless to say, nothing is a guarantee for the Knickerbockers. But if they continue to work and improve their roster, they might finally become the team fans have been so desperately hoping for.
