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Pass or pursue: 10 rumored Knicks 2022 trade targets

By Nathan Smith

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - FEBRUARY 07: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Utah Jazz in action during the first half of a game against the New York Knicks at Vivint Smart Home Arena on February 07, 2022 in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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 Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - FEBRUARY 07: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Utah Jazz in action during the first half of a game against the New York Knicks at Vivint Smart Home Arena on February 07, 2022 in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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 Alex Goodlett/Getty Images) /
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New York Knicks, Los Angeles Lakers, Russell Westbrook
Russell Westbrook, Los Angeles Lakers. (Photo by Mark J. Rebilas/USA TODAY Sports) – New York Knicks /

4: Russell Westbrook

For some reason, many publications see Russell Westbrook to the Knicks as inevitable, despite the fact that it wasn’t a fit last year, and isn’t a fit now. Long-term, this move could be beneficial, as Westbrook’s money is off the books after next season, but it’s just not the right move for this franchise.

Westbrook struggled mightily alongside LeBron James in 2021-22, despite averaging 18.5 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 7.1, and while New York could have used him in the past, it’s now 2022, and the Knicks need to look forward.

Pass or pursue: We’ve already seen plenty of trade suggestions that send Westbrook to The Mecca, and even if it allows the Knicks to get out of a bad contract or two, we should all encourage New York to pass here.

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