Knicks Rumors: Five Reasons To Love The Derrick Rose Trade

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Mar 5, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Derrick Rose (1) shoots the ball against Houston Rockets forward Donatas Motiejunas (20) during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports /

5. Expiring Contract

The New York Knicks have committed a great deal of money to Derrick Rose becoming a star again. He’ll make $21,323,252 in 2016-17, which isn’t very far from what a max contract will be for a player with Rose’s experience this summer.

The imperative information: the Knicks’ investment has been made with great caution, as Rose is currently in the final year of his contract.

The best case scenario is that Rose comes to New York and provides consistent production and athleticism. For perspective, Rose averaged 17.3 points on 44.9 percent shooting during his final 49 games—a stretch that coincides with the removal of his protective mask.

If that’s what Rose offers the Knicks in 2016-17, then New York would have a legitimate opportunity to make the playoffs.

The worst case scenario is that Rose either struggles or falls victim to the injuries that have plagued him before. Thus, the Knicks would lose the point guard whom they acquired to lead the backcourt attack.

The reason you shouldn’t be worried: the worst case scenario is that this low-cost trade doesn’t work out, and New York lets Rose walk in free agency after just one season.

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