The New York Knicks have been very active in trade talks in recent weeks, leading us to believe that the Knicks could pull off a move or two before today's deadline. They're expected to be sellers - they've already traded Willy Hernangomez to the Hornets - and have placed several players on the trade block in hopes of getting draft picks in return, but also have their eyes set on a certain point guard. Here are the latest Knicks trade rumors you need to know:
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Knicks still taking offers for Courtney Lee, Kyle O'Quinn, Joakim Noah
As New York tries to acquire future assets, they are fielding offers for a trio of veterans, according to ESPN's Ian Begley.
Opposing executives say the Knicks continue to take calls on center Kyle O’Quinn and guard Courtney Lee. New York is also still trying to trade Joakim Noah as well.
— Ian Begley (@IanBegley) February 7, 2018
O'Quinn has received interest from the Golden State Warriors, but it's unclear if talks between the two sides are still ongoing. He is averaging 6.6 points and 5.7 rebounds per game.
New York has placed Noah on indefinite leave after he got into a heated exchange with head coach Jeff Hornacek, and it appears that the only way he'll return to the team is if they make a coaching change. Noah is averaging 1.7 points and 2.0 rebounds in 5.7 minutes in seven appearances.
New York interested in Elfrid Payton
While the Knicks are shopping those players, general manager Scott Perry is interested in trading for Orlando Magic point guard Elfrid Payton, according to the New York Post.
Perry’s interest stems from the organization believing it needs to get more athletic, with Payton the type of quick penetrator who can open the game up.
Ntilikina, 19, has yet to show that knack as a rookie. According to the source, Perry still believes in the 6-foot-4 Payton as a potentially solid defender, though advanced metrics show he’s subpar.
The Knicks and Magic have engaged in preliminary talks about Payton. In a larger deal, the teams have discussed adding both Orlando shotblocker Bismack Biyombo and exiled Knicks big man Joakim Noah.
Payton, who the Magic are openly shopping, is averaging 13.0 points, 6.3 assists, and 4.0 rebounds per game this season.
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