Breaking News: New York Knicks Eye Potential Trade for Blazers’ Star to Bolster Center Position

The New York Knicks have made strides this offseason, but their center position remains an area for potential improvement.

According to a report by Stefan Bondy of the New York Post, the Portland Trail Blazers might consider making their star center, Deandre Ayton, available for trade at some point. The Knicks could benefit from exploring a trade for the 2018 No. 1 overall pick.

The team lost Isaiah Hartenstein to the Oklahoma City Thunder in free agency, which was a significant loss, as he played a key role in their playoff run. With his departure, the Knicks’ depth at center is uncertain, and acquiring Ayton could help fill that gap.

Ayton posted averages of nearly 17 points, 11 rebounds, and a steal per game in his first season with the Blazers. However, while adding Ayton would strengthen the team, he would likely come with a high trade cost.