Pulling healthy stars, giving younger players the bulk of the PT, should happen (if at all) in the spring. When the birds are singing, and the Knicks are clearly out of the playoffs. After the players, the coaches, have made every effort to be competitive this season.
Thats a way to change the culture without shooting yourself in the foot. Starting an early tank was understandable when we didnt have KP. Things have changed, and the culture has to change as well. This includes tanking at the first sign of trouble.
Coming to the conclusion (pretty sure Im not alone) that Willy is David Lee 2.0 This team cant afford the luxury of a one way big. Even off the bench. We saw that he can still fill a stat sheet in a heartbeat. Sure some teams see that.
Since Noah is unlikely to be moved, showcasing Willy at times might net us a pick, a better backup PG, someone who addresses another need.