Knicks Trade Rumors: Pros, Cons Of Pursuing Wilson Chandler

Denver Nuggets wing Wilson Chandler has reportedly requested a trade. Should the New York Knicks bring Chandler back to where he started his NBA career?

The New York Knicks are approaching a proverbial crossroads. The organization is currently determining whether it can realistically pursue the playoffs with the current core or if its best shot at a potential championship is to execute a rebuild.

As the Knicks approach the deadline to make that decision in 2016-17, a number of intriguing options have presented themselves.

The Denver Nuggets have become the latest hotbed for trade rumors. A number of key players have either been placed on the open market or decided that a future in Denver isn’t in their best interest.

According to Sam Amick of USA TODAY Sports, the inconsistency of his role has resulted in former Knick and current Nuggets standout Wilson Chandler wanting to be traded.

"According to two people with knowledge of Chandler’s situation, the player who came to Denver as part of the Carmelo Anthony deal six years ago wants to be traded. The people spoke to USA TODAY Sports on the condition of anonymity because of the sensitive nature of the situation."

If the Nuggets oblige and attempt to deal Chandler before the deadline, the Knicks could be the ideal destination.

Chandler was a fan favorite in New York before he was unceremoniously traded to the Nuggets in 2011. He was included in the infamous Carmelo Anthony deal that blew up the Knicks’ core and netted a star.

Six years later, the Knicks could stabilize the 2016-17 NBA regular season by bringing Chandler back to New York City.

The question is: should the New York Knicks pull the trigger on a trade of this magnitude?