US EditionNBA trade rumors: Knicks eye Jrue Holiday, Lakers exploring options
Knicks consider acquiring veteran Jrue Holiday to bolster defense and complement Jalen Brunson while managing salary and roster flexibility before the Feb. 5 trade deadline.
- Marc Stein reported that the Knicks have "explored pathways" to acquire Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday, while the Los Angeles Lakers are canvassing the league to assess options.
- Knicks interest in Holiday is rooted in his defensive and championship résumé as their defense ranking slipped to 18th, hoping he complements Jalen Brunson and attracts Giannis Antetokounmpo.
- A potential Holiday deal would likely require Bridges, Guerschon Yabusele and a salary filler, with Bridges trade-eligible on Feb. 1, while New York aims to clear Yabusele's $5.5 million salary, discussing a swap for Nick Richards.
- With the Feb. 5 trade deadline nine days away, the Knicks face a choice between preserving continuity and swinging for a title while publicly downplaying Karl-Anthony Towns' availability despite rival teams' beliefs.
- With Deandre Ayton out of favor, the Lakers still list center as their top long-term need, and Rob Pelinka is exploring turning 2031 and 2032 first-round picks into nearer-term assets.
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