NBA trade rumours: Chris Paul could be the perfect trade target for NY Knicks

Targeting Chris Paul could be a good option for New York Knicks. If Paul joins roster, ar veteran will be added to team. If we look at Knicks current roster, only seven players have played in NBA for more than three seasons. Currently, Chris Paul is averaging 16.3 points, 4 rebounds and 5.4 assists per game while shooting 46% from field and 44.4% from three-point line. According to NBA reports, Paul joining roster would impact young players like R.J. Barrett, Kevin Kx, Mitchell Robinson, and Frank Ntilikina. He would also improve team's defence. 

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NBA trade rumours: Chris Paul will be best match for New York Knicks

For Oklahoma City Thunder, Paul has been contributing to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, while also helping him improve his game. If Paul was playing for Knicks, he could help Cole Anthony and LaMelo Ball transition into NBA. However, Knicks will face a problem in 2021, where Paul will have a $44 million deal which he will be likely to accept. According to NBA reports, one was looking to sign with Knicks and will have to build a strong young core which might be an incentive for or players to sign with m. If Paul does t decline his player option, Knicks might have to part ways with multiple first-round picks to trade Paul. According to some NBA reports, Knicks will have to take this risk. y could also sign a marquee free nt if y are confident about trading Paul. 

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