BigSm00th
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New York Knicks Team Needs: Point guard, center Cap Situation: The Knicks have a whopping $91.3 million in committed payroll this season -- tops in the league. Top 3 prospects: Jeff McInnis, Rasho Nesterovic, Jerome James The Skinny: Luckily for GM Scott Layden, the team will spare no expense in trying to get back in the playoffs. The Knicks addressed their power forward needs when they traded for Antonio McDyess, but still need a starting point guard and someone in the middle to replace Marcus Camby. The Knicks are still pursuing Andre Miller, Baron Davis and Nick Van Exel in trades, but chances are they only have a shot at landing Van Exel. If they strike out there, McInnis has the size and scoring ability to run the point. Travis Best is also another solution, though he's more of a scorer. Rookie Frank Williams will also get a chance to play, but it's tough to make a playoff run with a rookie. As for replacing Camby, Kurt Thomas filled in admirably at center last season, but the Knicks would like a bigger body blocking shots and crashing the offensive boards. Nesterovic really came on for the T-Wolves last season and has the height and fundamentals. James is a much rawer prospect, but has the athleticism and shot-blocking skills the Knicks covet. As for the Knicks own free agents Lavor Postell (sorry prowler), Felton Spencer and Larry Robinson will all likely be toast.
#Knickstaps
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