NBA trade rumours: Clippers and Knicks interested in potential Derrick Rose trade

Last year, some reports hinted at a possible Derrick Rose trade. Detroit Pistons star was apparently involved in a trade that did t follow through and is under radar of some teams. Los Angeles Clippers and New York Knicks have recently been linked to 32-year-old, apparently looking for a deal with Pistons. 

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Derrick Rose to Clippers or Knicks?

As 2020-21 season progresses, Rose is one of most obvious trade targets for teams. With his contract expiring soon, teams will want to acquire guard – especially with Detroit Pistons ranking near-bottom of Eastern Conference table. Performing consistently, Rose is averaging 14.8 points, 2.2 rebounds and 4.6 assists per game. 

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According to Shams Charania of Athletic, Clippers and Knicks are interested in veteran, looking for a suitable trade. While both teams are competing on different spectrums, both rosters could benefit from Rose. Clippers – hoping to redeem mselves after last season's playoffs debacle – could do with an experienced point guard. 

Knicks, oretically, need Rose more. Failing to score apart from Julius Randle and RJ Barrett, team is looking to stay competitive. Rose could add a little experience while providing needed extra ball-handing. Additionally, Rose had also played for ir head coach Tom Thibodeau while with Chicago Bulls and Minnesota Timberwolves. 

Knicks might even be at an advant, being able to absorb Rose's contract with ir cap . 

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Fans too, seem to be excited for a trade, hoping to see Rose in a more competitive setting. 

Lakers, however, have also been linked to Rose. While trade was apparently in talks early last year, defending champions may look into deal this year again. Rose could prove to be a consistent backup, complementing LeBron James and Anthony Davis like Kyle Kuzma. 

Derrick Rose contract 

Rose started playing for Pistons last year, having played two years with Timberwolves. He is currently signed to a two-year contract with Pistons.

Derrick Rose salary

He will have earned $14,542,683 with Pistons by end of his contract. 

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