Knicks 'strongly' urged to make trade for Bruce Brown reason

The New York Knicks are strongly urged to consider making a trade for veteran forward Bruce Brown before their season opener on Tuesday. The team currently has only one roster spot open, between James Wiseman and Brown. Mitchell Robinson's departure from the Knicks has left them in a tight spot, forcing the decision between Wiseman and Brown as the two strongest contenders for the final roster position.

However, if the Knicks can successfully facilitate a trade before Tuesday, they may have the opportunity to retain both players. According to James L. Edwards III of The Athletic, this could be achieved by trading one of their bench players, possibly Pacôme Dadiet and a couple of second-round picks in a salary dump move. Dadiet, at just 21, has shown limited potential on both ends of the court.

Brown's age, experience, scoring ability, and defensive versatility make him an attractive option for the Knicks, especially in case of an injury to one of their shooting guards or forwards. While Wiseman may be the leading candidate for the 14th roster spot, the Knicks should also assess a way to have Brown on the roster at the start of the season.