The New York Knicks have entered a transformative offseason, starting with the surprising dismissal of head coach Tom Thibodeau, who guided them to their first Eastern Conference Finals since 2000. As the search for a new coach begins, the team faces potential roster changes, particularly regarding star center Karl-Anthony Towns, who has been linked to trade rumors following a subpar playoff performance.

Despite speculation, the Knicks have not expressed a desire to move Towns unless a compelling offer materializes. A recent mock trade proposal suggests sending Towns to the Portland Trail Blazers in exchange for Deandre Ayton, Matisse Thybulle, and two first-round picks, including the 11th overall selection in the 2025 draft. While Ayton would provide a defensive upgrade and maintain solid offensive output, trading Towns poses significant risks, and it seems more likely he will stay in New York for the upcoming season.