Knicks Trade Rumors: Players Who Are Already Available

Nov 10, 2016; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) passes the ball against Los Angeles Lakers center Timofey Mozgov (20) during the second half at Golden 1 Center. The Lakers won the game 101-91. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2016; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) passes the ball against Los Angeles Lakers center Timofey Mozgov (20) during the second half at Golden 1 Center. The Lakers won the game 101-91. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
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The New York Knicks shouldn’t even consider making a trade this early in the season, but recent trade rumors have presented options.


Nov 10, 2016; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) passes the ball against Los Angeles Lakers center Timofey Mozgov (20) during the second half at Golden 1 Center. The Lakers won the game 101-91. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2016; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) passes the ball against Los Angeles Lakers center Timofey Mozgov (20) during the second half at Golden 1 Center. The Lakers won the game 101-91. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports

It’s only November and trade rumors are already beginning to surface around the NBA. The rumor mill hasn’t yet found its way to The Mecca, but the New York Knicks are always on the lookout for an intriguing opportunity.

Though nothing is even close to imminent, it’d behoove the Knicks to keep an eye on the activity around the NBA before it passes them by.

Some recognizable names have found themselves at the heart of a number of tantalizing trade rumors. Some reports are more legitimate or believable than others, but when one searches for reliable sources, the findings can be remarkable.

In the case of the postseason-starved Knicks, a number of reports paint the picture of an opportunity for New York to make a splash.

The Knicks have a star-studded roster, but their depth has been questioned early in 2016-17. Some have even criticized the starters, but this article isn’t an attempt to replace anyone who’s currently on the roster.

Instead, it’d simply be wise for the options to be laid out and evaluated instead of ignored and cast aside for another team to capitalize on.