All from RealGM.com:

"Peter Vescey reports in his latest column for the New York Post that All-Star forward Wally Szczerbiak of the Minnesota Timberwolves is certainly available, but there is a catch. To acquire the sharp shooter you must also take on the contract of Marc Jackson, all 5-years for $21.2 million. Vescey reports that at least one dozen teams, including the Knicks, have been contacted regarding their interest.

In other news both the Knicks and Wolves are trying to acquire Suns point man Stephon Marbury, the latter of whom is dying to reunite him with Kevin Garnett. The Suns meanwhile would love to re-acquire Antonio McDyess from the Nuggets but according to Vescey that is the last place Antonio would consider playing. San Antonio remains an options.

Finally Vescey reports that the Knicks, Blazers, Warriors and Clippers are bombarding the Bulls and Rockets with all sorts of tempting offers for the draft's top two slots.The Knicks have eyes for Yao Ming while the others all covet Jay Williams. Both teams are expected to stand pat.

From Insider:

Drew Gooden: He's headed to Houston today to work out with high school star Amare Stoudemire. On Saturday, Gooden will work out in Chicago with Nene Hilario and he's just added a workout with the Knicks on the 29th along with Marcus Haislip, Melvin Ely and Darius Songaila.

Looking at that, Haislip and Ely are both predicted to go late lotto, maybe around Phoenix's pick at 9. Could Knicks trade Thomas and the 7th for Marbury and the 9th if the Suns really like someone at 7. I would do that if Wagner and Butler are gone by then.

I heard Amare bombed his workout and was emabarrased by some less than talented college kids. I heard Amare had to return the next day because he didnt want to leave a bad impression.

I've always thought Stoudemire was overrated...