Phil Jackson Discusses Kristaps Porzingis, Carmelo Anthony's Future with Knicks

New York Knicks president Phil Jackson openly discussed potential moves around the franchise Wednesday night with Al Trautwig of MSG Networks.

One of the big stories leading up to Thursday's NBA draft is the possible trade involving Kristaps Porzingis, first reported by Adrian Wojnarowski of The Vertical. Jackson didn't back down from this mindset.

"As much as we love this guy, we have to do what's best for the club," he said of Porzingis, per Ian Begley of ESPN.

"We're getting calls," he said of the power forward, per Al Iannazzone of Newsday.

Sports Illustrated provided video of the interview:

Jackson also discussed the possibility of finding a new home for Carmelo Anthony, although the veteran noted he wants to stay in New York, per Begley.

"Here's a guy that's really special, a Hall of Fame player," Jackson said of Anthony, per Coley Harvey of ESPN. Unfortunately, the 33-year-old is set to make over $50 million the next two years as part of a team that doesn't appear close to contention.

This isn't quite the same situation as Porzingis, who at just 21 years old appears to be one of the top young stars in the NBA. He will likely remain under team control through 2018-19 and only get better.

While fans will probably riot if the front office deals away the team's top asset, Jackson has a message for them too.

"I think we know what we're doing," he said Wednesday, per Begley.