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New York Knicks: 3 key factors in a trade for Terrence Ross

By Allen Settle

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 24: Terrence Ross #31 of the Orlando Magic attempts a shot against Taj Gibson #67 of the New York Knicks in the second half at Madison Square Garden on October 24, 2021 in New York City. 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 Steven Ryan/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 24: Terrence Ross #31 of the Orlando Magic attempts a shot against Taj Gibson #67 of the New York Knicks in the second half at Madison Square Garden on October 24, 2021 in New York City. 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 Steven Ryan/Getty Images) /
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NY Knicks, Terrence Ross, Eric Gordon, Thaddeus Young
NY Knicks, Terrence Ross, Eric Gordon, Thaddeus Young (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) /

2) Terrence Ross could deepen the New York Knicks bench

Their recipe for success was simple yet effective. Develop fringe star Julius Randle into an All-Star. Add a veteran coach. Instill a clear defensive identity. Add some savvy veterans. And grow your young talent.

The results were clear. And super encouraging! The upstart Knicks proved themselves to be in the top half of the field moving forward. However, things changed quickly in the postseason.

The young Atlanta Hawks and their superstar Trae Young revealed several weaknesses in New York’s system. While the additions of Kemba Walker and Evan Fournier will address some of their scoring woes, the club must prepare for one important truth: Their star power will be outmatched in nearly every postseason series.

Randle is a great player and a future building block. He gives his team a chance to win in any regular-season matchup. However, every Eastern Conference playoff lock boasts a superior star.

One could argue a fully functioning Nets team has three in Kevin Durant, James Harden, and Kyrie Irving. Philly has Joel Embid. The Bucks have Giannis. The Hawks have Trae Young. The Heat have Jimmy Butler. And the Celtics have Jason Tatum. This will be a reoccurring issue for the Knicks as they try to build on their 2021 campaign.

So, how does Terrence Ross fit in this equation? He gives New York another legitimate scoring threat!

If the Knicks are indeed outgunned in terms of top-tier star power, a deep collection of starters and bench pieces can help close the gap. Ross would join a second unit that also features one of Derrick Rose or Kemba, Immanuel Quickly, Obi Toppin, Nerlens Noel, and Taj Gibson.

Some of those names are more exciting than others. But the combination gives NYC one of the most dangerous second-units in the league.

This could be a real advantage while stars sit during longer playoff series.

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