3 players Knicks can trade for to help bolster bench ahead of deadline

2: SG Gary Harris, Orlando Magic

While Gary Harris provides incredible value for the Orlando Magic, there is a good chance they will look to move on from him this season to make room in their rotation for some of their young talent. If this ends up being the case, the Knicks should not hesitate to make a move for the 28-year-old.

In 12 games played this season, Harris is averaging 9.5 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 1.6 assists while shooting 47.6% from the field and 41.5% from three on 3.4 attempts per game. Harris’ efficiency may be a little flukey due to his limited amount of games played, but he has been one of the better 3-and-D guards in the NBA for a while now, which is where his true value lies.

Speaking of value, Harris is a player that shouldn’t cost that much compared to other role players in the league. If Leon Rose is given the opportunity to make a move for him, he should not hesitate, as there is no doubt that Harris would make the Knicks a better team.

This is a player to trade for in case McBride’s offense does not get any better as the season goes on. Not only would Harris be the far superior offensive player compared to McBride, but his defense is not that far of a drop-off.

Harris is one of those players that every team either in the playoffs or making a push for the playoffs would love to have on their roster. He does not need to have the ball in his hands constantly to be impactful and he is a very solid two-way player.