The Knicks wouldn't hurt from a roster change and it's likely they do something before the trade deadline to address that. Edwards wrote that there is a "realistic chance the Knicks will make a trade," and that they are open to moving on from the French forward duo of Guerschon Yabusele and Pacôme Dadiet.

Knicks commit to core players ahead of deadline, choosing patience and bench upgrades amid recent struggles season

The once-mighty Knicks have struggled mightily over the last 11 games as Jalen Brunson's limitations and inconsistency from the bench have taken a toll.

Dallas rookie Cooper Flagg is back from a two-game absence for his first pro game at Madison Square Garden, while Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart returned Monday for a Knicks team that has struggled without them.

The Knicks have reportedly explored potential trades involving Karl-Anthony Towns with the Grizzlies, Magic, and Hornets.

Even if the New York Knicks were atop the Eastern Conference and playing flawless basketball, a good portion of the fan base would be upset if they passed the NBA’s Feb. 5 trade deadline without making a move.

The Knicks currently have 14 players under contract. As such, they could absorb a 3-for-2 deal with the Kings without the need to waive anyone. Adding Ellis would be an intriguing sweetener for New York, and he is already a known commodity for Brown.

As boos rained down while his team walked off the court after trailing Dallas by 30 points, Knicks coach Mike Brown decided it would be a waste of time to talk Xs and Os in the locker room. “There was nothing to be said at halftime except for lock in and do your