NBA Trade Rumors: New York Knicks wanted assets laced deal for Russell Westbrook
Russell Westbrook was linked to multiple teams this offseason, with the New York Knicks reportedly one of the teams interested in the 2017 NBA MVP. However, the New York Knicks were insistent a deal could only go through if additional assets were attached, revealed ESPN’s NBA insider Zach Lowe on his podcast, ‘The Lowe Post’,
Russell Westbrook was an All-NBA selection in 2019-2020 but had a poor postseason for the Houston Rockets. The franchise bowed out of the playoffs in the second round with a defeat against eventual champions LA Lakers.
Ealy in the offseason, NBA Trade Rumors claimed Russel Westbrook was pushing for a trade. The star was finally granted his wish, as it was reported that the 2017 MVP agreed to join the Washington Wizards. The deal also saw injury-prone point guard, John Wall, moved to the Houston Rockets.
The New York Knicks have been chasing superstars for a few years, with little success to show for their efforts. They had an ambitious plan to acquire Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant last offseason. However, the duo moved to the Brooklyn Nets instead. Nonetheless, the Knick had a strong offseason this time around.
Interestingly, new head coach Tom Thibodeau recently set off NBA Trade Rumors by suggesting the Eastern Conference team is not done yet.
The New York Knicks may have dodged a bullet by passing on Russell Westbrook, who has $132 million remaining on his contract over three seasons. The point guard has also been plagued by fitness issues in recent seasons.
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