
knyt: knicks trade talks: jose alvarado & nick richards linked!
Jan 15, 2026
The New York Knicks may be closer to a TRADE than fans realize as NBA insiders continue linking the team to Jose Alvarado and Nick Richards ahead of the trade deadline. According to Ian Begley, the Knicks still have interest in acquiring Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado, while recent reporting also connects New York to Suns center Nick Richards as a potential backup big option. With second apron restrictions limiting flexibility, the Knicks may be forced to make a minor but strategic roster move. In this video, we break down: Why the Knicks remain interested in Jose Alvarado How Nick Richards fits the Knicks frontcourt needs What Guerschon Yabuseles contract means in trade talks How second round picks factor into these deals Whether these moves are about winning now or future flexibility This is not a blockbuster trade. This is about roster balance, playoff depth, and positioning the Knicks for the future. Let me know in the comments which move you would make and why. #knicks #newyorkknicks #nbatrade #knicksnews #tradedeadline
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