Knicks Insider: Barrett, Quickley, Toppin trade ‘got rid of software.
A serie of moves, including trades for homegrown franchise players such as RJ Barrett, Immanuel Quickley and Obi Toppin, have set the New York Knicks on an interesting path.
The franchise is notorious for deal flops in both free agency and trades, but there has been an undeniable shift in the New York Knicks basketball paradigm since the absence of three homegrown stars
RJ Barrett, Immanuel Quickley, and Obi Toppin were originally intended to be the headliners for the Knicks’ new “Roaring 20s,” but they were replaced by players from overseas such as Jalen Brunson and Julius Randle.
We are promoting the franchise by reinforcing the Under defensive-minded and courageous head coach Tom Thibodeau, physical basketball is sure to grow.
Its headliners definitely embrace that philosophy.
While Brunson remains one of the frontrunners for the drawn team, Randle has abandoned his obvious obsession with wide defense in favor of bolder goals.
Heading into Monday’s game, Randle was making more than three three-pointers per game compared to last season.
compared to last season and tied a career high with 6.
9 free throw attempts per game.
Not everything is rosy after the trade: Even with Achiuwa, the Knicks have had depth issues behind Randle since Toppin’s departure.
New York may be weary of making Barrett a star, but there’s no doubt they’re missing out on more than the 15 points per game Quickley scored off the bench.
This suggests that they may not be done yet and the search continues for a true superstar who will definitely push them into championship contention.
But Popper said the Knicks’ best bet may be to shift their focus to international role players who fit Thibodeau’s physical vision, hinting at a reunion with current Detroit Piston guard Alec Burks.
are doing.
“The Knicks aren’t turning a blind eye to the chance to add another star, but the most likely move isn’t as flashy.
Instead, it’s a move that manager Tom Thibodeau approves and says, ‘Let’s do it.
‘ Players who fit the team may get some initial attention, Popper said.
“Possibly bringing Alec Burks back from Detroit as a backup at both guard spots with a veteran presence, Donovan Mitchell, who isn’t expected to be signed by the summer anyway, or the Hawks That’s more likely than bringing in Dejounte Murray, who was originally acquired.
” They acquired a third-round pick, but he didn’t fit next to Trae Young.