The Knicks are reportedly interested in a former lottery selection from The Jazz as a possible acquisition through trade.

The New York Knicks is anticipated to seek additional wing players before the current season's trading period concludes. In recent times, a player previously selected early in the draft has been mentioned in discussions involving the Knicks.

Utah Jazz forward Taylor Hendricks has been linked as a candidate for a trade to the Knicks by Anthony Rios of Knicks on SI. Hendricks was the 9th overall pick by the Jazz in the 2023 NBA Draft, and now sees himself flying on the Knicks’ radar.

Rios put forth Pacome Dadiet and Guerschon Yabusele as possible assets in a trade for Hendricks. The former lottery selection has seen limited minutes in the Jazz’s lineup, yet has shown promise as an adaptable forward capable of stretching the court. Throughout his tenure, Hendricks has recorded an average of 6.5 points per contest and is connecting on 36 percent of his three-point attempts. 

“The second unit in New York lacks size and forwards that are ready to contribute to winning basketball immediately,” Rios said. “Hendricks would not have the pressure of playing like a lottery pick for the team that drafted him, rather could be a major role player on a contending team. Hendricks still has two years remaining on his rookie deal, which means he would not be a rental.”

The Knicks are going to examine their possibilities before the trade deadline, aiming to execute all required actions to contend for this season's championship. 

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