Mark Nilon

Mark Nilon

Joined: Jul 19, 2017

Mark serves as the editor of Beale Street Bears and covers the entire NBA for FanSided. He previously served as a beat writer for Heavy.com, primarily focusing on the New York Knicks and Boston Celtics. Follow him on Twitter @MarkNilon

CLEVELAND, OH - APRIL 26: Immanuel Quickley #5 of the New York Knicks walks up the court during Game Five of the Eastern Conference First Round Playoffs against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on April 26, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Kirk Irwin/Getty Images)

3 Possible trade destinations for Immanuel Quickley after no Knicks extension

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 18: Mitchell Robinson #23 of the New York Knicks prepares to shoot a free throw during the second half of the game against the Washington Wizards at Madison Square Garden on March 18, 2022 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 Dustin Satloff/Getty Images)

2 Teams that could realistically pursue a trade for Knicks’ Mitchell Robinson

Oct 14, 2023; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau coaches against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

3 ex-Knicks players who are primed for breakout seasons

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 09: Evan Fournier #13 of the New York Knicks looks on during the first half of a preseason game against the Boston Celtics at Madison Square Garden on October 09, 2023 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 Sarah Stier/Getty Images)

3 Players the Knicks could realistically pursue in an Evan Fournier trade

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - DECEMBER 14: Executive Vice President and Senior Basketball Advisor William Wesley and President Leon Rose of the New York Knicks look on during the first half against the Chicago Bulls at United Center on December 14, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. 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 Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

3 Superstars Knicks could target to save Leon Rose’s job

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - DECEMBER 14: Head coach Tom Thibodeau of the New York Knicks reacts against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at United Center on December 14, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. 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 Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

3 Ways the Damian Lillard blockbuster trade hurts the Knicks

ORLANDO, FLORIDA - MARCH 23: RJ Barrett #9 of the New York Knicks reacts against the Orlando Magic during the first quarter at Amway Center on March 23, 2023 in Orlando, Florida. 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 Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images)

3 Rumored Knicks trade targets not worth giving up RJ Barrett for

ORLANDO, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 22: Mo Bamba #5 of the Orlando Magic reacts to a three-point shot during the game against the New York Knicks at Amway Center on October 22, 2021 in Orlando, Florida. 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 Sam Greenwood/Getty Images)

3 Mitchell Robinson replacements Knicks could pursue this summer

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - FEBRUARY 13: D'Angelo Russell #0 of the Minnesota Timberwolves dribbles the ball in the first quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on February 13, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 Dylan Buell/Getty Images)

Knicks fans should rejoice about D’Angelo Russell trade prediction

Jan 23, 2022; New York, New York, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Marcus Morris Sr. (8) drives around New York Knicks forward Julius Randle (30) during the third quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

NY Knicks: 3 former players serving as key contributors on playoff teams

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 30: RJ Barrett #9 of the New York Knicks in action against the Charlotte Hornets at Madison Square Garden on March 30, 2022 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. Charlotte Hornets defeated the New York Knicks 125-114. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)

NY Knicks: Bleacher Report proposes absurd RJ Barrett trade idea

NY Knicks, De'Aaron Fox (Photo by Mark Blinch/Getty Images)

De’Aaron Fox traded to NY Knicks in B/R’s pre-deadline deals piece

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 17: Caris LeVert #22 of the Indiana Pacers dribbles against the Los Angeles Clippers during the third quarter at Crypto.com Arena on January 17, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. 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 Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

Caris LeVert traded to NY Knicks in B/R’s ‘panic trades’ piece

Evan Fournier, New York Knicks (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

3 under-the-radar problems the NY Knicks may face this trade season

Dec 29, 2021; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) in the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

3 rumored trade targets that make no sense for NY Knicks

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 06: De'Aaron Fox #5 of the Sacramento Kings looks to pass the ball against the Denver Nuggets during the second half of an NBA basketball game at Golden 1 Center on February 06, 2021 in Sacramento, California. 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

De’Aaron Fox traded to NY Knicks in B/R’s latest piece