Knicks Expected to Pursue Free Agency Deals for Simmons, Green

The New York Knicks have surged ahead in the NBA playoffs, securing a 2-0 lead over the Boston Celtics after dramatic comebacks and outstanding defensive performances from recent acquisitions OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges. Their success has been built upon ambitious roster moves specifically designed to match up with elite Eastern Conference rivals, with defense proving key in slowing Boston’s star wings Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. Despite this progress, speculation swirls about further offseason changes, including potential trades for superstars like Giannis Antetokounmpo or Kevin Durant, and the possibility of acquiring Houston's Jalen Green or free agent Ben Simmons, though there is hesitance to disrupt the team’s current core. Mitchell Robinson, now coming off the bench, has also been linked to trade scenarios that could bolster the Knicks' bench depth or provide future draft assets. Some analysts argue that while the Knicks are in win-now mode, their limited draft capital could hinder blockbuster trades for top talent. Nevertheless, New York’s recent playoff resilience and targeted roster moves have positioned the team as a serious contender both now and in future seasons.