New York Knicks president Leon Rose is contemplating a number of moves to make the team relevant again, and that may include moving back in the draft, according to Marc Berman of the New York Post.
The Knicks currently own the No. 8 overall pick, and Berman reported that they have an interest in Kentucky point guard Tyrese Maxey.
Of course, it doesn’t appear that Maxey is their first choice. But like everyone, the Knicks don’t think point guard LaMelo Ball or center James Wiseman will drop to eighth. In fact, they could be the top two picks in the entire draft.
“According to an NBA source, Orlando has shown interest in Dennis Smith Jr., so a bigger deal could work with the Magic if they swap the No. 8 and No. 15 slots,” Berman wrote.
Maxey is projected to be drafted somewhere in the 15-20 range by most mocks.
The Minnesota Timberwolves, Golden State Warriors and Cleveland Cavaliers are others contemplating trading their highest picks.
