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Knicks: 3 Mitchell Robinson trades that make NY better

By Brad Dressler

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 29: Mitchell Robinson #23 of the New York Knicks smiles as the game ends against the Chicago Bulls at Madison Square Garden on February 29, 2020 in New York City.The New York Knicks defeated the Chicago Bulls 125-115.NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 29: Mitchell Robinson #23 of the New York Knicks smiles as the game ends against the Chicago Bulls at Madison Square Garden on February 29, 2020 in New York City.The New York Knicks defeated the Chicago Bulls 125-115.NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) /
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Mar 7, 2020; Portland, OR, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Buddy Hield (24) shoots a three point basket against the Portland Trail Blazers during the second quarter at the Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Craig Mitchelldyer-USA TODAY Sports /

Mitch Trade Idea: 3-team trade: Buddy Hield, Richaun Holmes, 2 protected 2nd round picks (from BOS) to NYK; Julius Randle, Frank Ntilikina, Robert Williams, 2021 Lottery protected 1st round pick (from BOS) to SAC; Mitchell Robinson to BOS

Can anyone tell how much I want Buddy Hield? Is it obvious yet?

Word on the street is there was a deal in place where Frank and Julius were on their way to Sacramento for Buddy Hield. The only apparent hold-up was that the Kings also wanted one of New York’s 1st rounders in return, in which the Knicks were wisely reluctant not to oblige. Instead, in my proposed trade, they would be moving a heavily-protected Boston 1st that was never ours, to begin with.

This trade benefits all teams involved. The Celtics get a major upgrade at the 5-spot, as Mitch is someone who’s making next to nothing for this season upcoming and next. The Knicks finally get their paws on arguably one of the best shooters in the league and replace Mitch with Richaun Holmes – not too much of a downgrade there in my opinion. The Kings get an expiring Julius Randle contract, a replacement at the SG spot with Frank, and Robert Williams, which would allow the Kings to start Marvin Bagley, where I think he’s best suited, which is at the center spot.

The Knicks’ new starting lineup would be something to the effect of RJ Barrett running point, Buddy Hield at shooting guard, Alec Burks at small forward, with Obi Toppin and Nerlens Noel down low.

I really want to see what RJ can do as the primary playmaker and facilitator, while putting him next to two guys who are also capable ball-handlers, and three tremendous shooters. Holmes would be the lighting to Nerlens Noel’s thunder in that they would split time at the 5 and play off each other’s strengths — Noel being the defensive-minded center and Richaun coming off the bench as a scoring big. That’s a potential 8-seed in the East if you ask me.

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