Knicks Trade Rumors: NY Hasn't Explored Deals for Porzingis, Knox or Robinson

The New York Knicks are open for business for just about anyone on their roster—with the exception of Kristaps Porzingis, Kevin Knox and Mitchell Robinson.

Marc Berman of the New York Post reported the Knicks have "explored" trades for nearly every player on the roster. Porzingis, Knox and Robinson are seen as key parts of a long-term core.

Porzingis has not played the entire 2018-19 season while recovering from a torn ACL. It's unclear if he will return this season. Knox and Robinson are rookies who have flashed potential, though they've gone through growing pains in a lost season in New York.

The Knicks see themselves as major players on the free-agent market this summer, hoping to attract talent like Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. While Irving has publicly committed to re-signing in Boston, Durant has made no such proclamations about Golden State—and has complimented Knox's game.

Porzingis is a restricted free agent this summer, but that is more of a procedural move than anything. His cap hold will be $17 million, which is lower than what his salary will be under a new (presumably) max contract. By waiting until the summer, Porzingis gave New York a better chance at landing at least one max player.

The Knicks have been shopping veteran center Enes Kanter, who has been jettisoned from the rotation as part of a youth movement. Tim Hardaway Jr. could also be dealt before the Feb. 7 deadline, though his salary could prevent a move.

"Tim Hardaway Jr. is making $18 million [per year] for two more years with us. He's a part of our future from that standpoint," Knicks coach David Fizdale told reporters.

Hardaway, Courtney Lee and Lance Thomas are the only Knicks players under contract for 2019-20 who are not on a rookie deal or playing for the minimum. Lee and Thomas have been out of the rotation for most of the season.