Speaking of wanting to be here, you have Brown & Clarkson. I love they openly expressed their desire to join what the Knicks have built, but though I think Brown would be a nice piece, he adds depth but nothing new other than some chip experience. Clarkson is just not playing well enough this year, maybe a change of scenery changes that, but NY isn't a great place to struggle. Brogdon seems the best reasonable piece that improves depth and adds talent this team is missing in the 2nd unit.

Of course, this priority need could change if the Knicks are holding back info on the severity of Randle's injury. I hope that isn't the case.

I think the Knicks are waiting to see if they can get DJM for Grimes, EF, 1st & 2nd pick. I wouldn't want to lose him because we didn't give that 2nd 1st rounder. But, we also don't know if he would accept running the 2nd unit the remainder of this season. If we did get him and he wants to be part of the team long-term, then he can be moved to the starting unit next year or if injury requires it.

Like others, we have so few trading chips right now, I don't want to move Grimes just for a depth piece that is redundant. Depth is nice, but I want an upgrade to move him with a 1st, EF contract is just a necessary evil to match salary. Burkes, Brown, no to Grimes inclusion, DJM, Brogdon, yes. Or just wait for buyout options if the right deal doesn't show itself.

Also, though I didn't like his antics, Sexton has been playing well in January and I recall having other in your face players, Sprewell & Starks, those moves worked out well for the Knicks. Doesn't hurt having another dog, just needs to be trained, lol.

2 more days! Get Jalen help until OG, Mitch, & Randle return. Then it is game on.

ESOMKnicks wrote:I think the question should have been posted differently: who do you think offers the best cost-benefit ratio for the Knicks to acquire right now.

I don't care how much assets the Knicks would need to give up for Sexton. I don't think he is a player they need. On the other hand, if DJM would really come at the cost of Grimes+Fournier+2 first rounders, it is a good deal that addresses a team need and makes it a legit contender.

Miles I am concerned about because of team chemistry. Not just because of his off-court troubles, but because he is a legitimate starting-caliber player, and forcing him to a bench role could become problematic down the line. Otherwise, from a purely basketball perspective he is a solid player that can help you in many different ways.

NYStateOfMind wrote:Hard to word a poll perfectly, that is why I asked for elaboration on their selections. DJM might cost the most, but might also be the best fit and long-term value for the future, be it staying a Knick or as a trade chip. But, I understand what you mean.

I think the Knicks are waiting to see if they can get DJM for Grimes, EF, 1st & 2nd pick. I wouldn't want to lose him because we didn't give that 2nd 1st rounder. But, we also don't know if he would accept running the 2nd unit the remainder of this season. If we did get him and he wants to be part of the team long-term, then he can be moved to the starting unit next year or if injury requires it.

Like others, we have so few trading chips right now, I don't want to move Grimes just for a depth piece that is redundant. Depth is nice, but I want an upgrade to move him with a 1st, EF contract is just a necessary evil to match salary. Burkes, Brown, no to Grimes inclusion, DJM, Brogdon, yes. Or just wait for buyout options if the right deal doesn't show itself.

Also, though I didn't like his antics, Sexton has been playing well in January and I recall having other in your face players, Sprewell & Starks, those moves worked out well for the Knicks. Doesn't hurt having another dog, just needs to be trained, lol.

2 more days! Get Jalen help until OG, Mitch, & Randle return. Then it is game on.

ESOMKnicks wrote:I think the question should have been posted differently: who do you think offers the best cost-benefit ratio for the Knicks to acquire right now.

I don't care how much assets the Knicks would need to give up for Sexton. I don't think he is a player they need. On the other hand, if DJM would really come at the cost of Grimes+Fournier+2 first rounders, it is a good deal that addresses a team need and makes it a legit contender.

Miles I am concerned about because of team chemistry. Not just because of his off-court troubles, but because he is a legitimate starting-caliber player, and forcing him to a bench role could become problematic down the line. Otherwise, from a purely basketball perspective he is a solid player that can help you in many different ways.

Agreed with what you are saying. Take it 1+ steps further cause I think that is where the actual end game is for the Knicks. I could be wrong, so paint another picture for me if one is out there.

1) They want to upgrade this season by using Fournier and some other assets for the playoff run

2) They don't want to put themselves into a position of losing valuable assets in this year's trade for a trade they need down the line, ie, the player/assets they get in return have to fit this year and (if they are NOT an absolute permanent, snug fit) they need to be able to move them again this summer or down the line. An example of this would be trading for Bruce Brown (and whatever picks) and have him somehow leave during the summer (yeah yeah I know they hold a team option, but is that the best they can do... having an overpaid player on a $20M contract versus something better). That is a situation they need to avoid or at least mitigate and, in fact, enhance the value of the incoming traded player, ie. they can't have a Fournier bench warmer type, cause value of Brown or other players gets tanked.

3) AND, if they do a trade this season, they need to make sure the player return is at least as valuable/moveable as Fournier and whatever else they give up. Both asset wise and team fit wise. ie, how does today's trade impact their desire to get the next player in Mikal, Donovan, etc. If they trade for Dejounte Murray today, how will they use him to flip to Cleveland, Brooklyn or whomever down the line. Another example, if they KNOW other teams want a Grimes type down the line (in step #3), they will not trade Grimes today (in step #2).

4) ???

5) Profit!!

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MaTT4281 wrote:

I'd rather search by Relevance or Customer Review.

No to Bridges or Sexton.

NYStateOfMind wrote:Hard to word a poll perfectly, that is why I asked for elaboration on their selections. DJM might cost the most, but might also be the best fit and long-term value for the future, be it staying a Knick or as a trade chip. But, I understand what you mean.

I think the Knicks are waiting to see if they can get DJM for Grimes, EF, 1st & 2nd pick. I wouldn't want to lose him because we didn't give that 2nd 1st rounder. But, we also don't know if he would accept running the 2nd unit the remainder of this season. If we did get him and he wants to be part of the team long-term, then he can be moved to the starting unit next year or if injury requires it.

Like others, we have so few trading chips right now, I don't want to move Grimes just for a depth piece that is redundant. Depth is nice, but I want an upgrade to move him with a 1st, EF contract is just a necessary evil to match salary. Burkes, Brown, no to Grimes inclusion, DJM, Brogdon, yes. Or just wait for buyout options if the right deal doesn't show itself.

Also, though I didn't like his antics, Sexton has been playing well in January and I recall having other in your face players, Sprewell & Starks, those moves worked out well for the Knicks. Doesn't hurt having another dog, just needs to be trained, lol.

2 more days! Get Jalen help until OG, Mitch, & Randle return. Then it is game on.
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The role I see for DJM is that of a starter on a three-guard rotation of Brunson, DJM and DDV, with some situational MMB or Hart. That way there is always a ball-handler on the floor, sometimes two. As long as DJM is in the starting lineup and getting decent minutes, why would he be unhappy?

Spree was a superstar on the offense and a defensive stopper. Starks also had an all-star appearance, plus a ton of intangibles and good defense. I do not see Sexton as comparable to those two. Miles Bridges is more like a Spree-type move: a very talented player with serious baggage. The problem is, just like with Spree, even if you solve for the off-court problems and the player performs great on the court, you may be creating a structural flaw, like we have ended up with the Allan-Latrell pairing.

martin wrote:Miles definitely cost you the most in baggage and fan hate

What if the trade included Randle?

A good question is how long is the wash cycle for Miles?
Good player, ****ty act.
This is the NBA.
I see everything forgotten in 2 years. With the right PR and good play.