The New York Knicks have been poised for a blockbuster trade throughout this entire offseason. Amidst the drama engulfing the Philadelphia 76ers and star guard James Harden, the Knicks emerged as a team that had been in dialogue with the 76ers for a potential swap.
Harden’s Initial Trade Request and Fallout with the 76ers
James Harden first requested a trade earlier in the offseason, tagging the Knicks as one of the top landing spots for the 10-time All-Star. However, negotiations with the 76ers hit a wall, leaving Harden disgruntled. This culminated in Harden going public with his dissatisfaction, launching a scathing critique of Daryl Morey, the President of Basketball Operations for the 76ers.