Knicks are interested in Uduka, Rockets refuse to poach, and many teams are interested in Whitmore

The American media once revealed that the Knicks were interested in many Rockets players, but Stone was not interested in making deals with them.

Ethan's mother responded to the rumors that the Knicks were interested in Ethan: she exchanged the first round pick for 40 consecutive years!

Although the Knicks have gone further than the Rockets in the playoffs this season, the team's management is not satisfied. The Rockets' goal this season is to return to the playoffs and allow young players to level up and absorb experience, which is acceptable even if they fail to eliminate the Warriors. And the Knicks’ goal is to win the championship, so they need a scapegoat.

Knicks officially stated that the championship was the only goal, and this pursuit forced them to make difficult decisions.

Of course, Thibodeau is not losing money either. He and the Knicks still have a contract and can receive at least $30 million in salary compensation.

Some Rockets fans joked that Uduka was a young version of Thibodeau, which has now attracted the interest of the Knicks.

Captain Mark Stern revealed that the Knicks are looking for new head coaches, and they are interested in Uduka and Kidd. The Rockets will refuse the Knicks' poaching, and Uduka still has a contract.

Some Rockets fans joked: Uduka can be given to the Knicks, but they have to exchange it for Brunson.

is also a small guard who is less than 1.9 meters tall. Brunson's offensive ability is much better than Van Jordan, and his contract is also cost-effective.

Brunson is 28 years old and is 1.88 meters tall. He averaged 29.4 points and 7 assists per game in 38 minutes this season. He shot 46.1% from the field, 35.8% from three-point shooting percentage, and 85.1% from free throws. He earned $34.94 million in the next season.

Van Jordan is 1.83 meters tall at the age of 31. He averaged 18.7 points and 4.4 assists per game in 40 minutes this season, with a shooting percentage of 43%, a three-point shooting percentage of 43.5%, and a free throw shooting percentage of 100%. He earns an annual salary of 44.89 million US dollars next season.

Brunson has always been a staunch supporter of Thibodeau. Although Thibodeau left, Brunson did not consider leaving. In an interview, he said that he was confident in the Knicks' future.

The Knicks did not consider trading Brunson, and the Rockets did not plan to replace Uduka. If Uduka doesn't leave, it won't be a good thing for Whitmore, and he may continue to be on the bench in the new season.

Three years ago, Houston reporter Kelly Aiko revealed that Martin Jr. submitted a deal application to the management and he wanted more playing time. In the end, Martin was sent away by the Rockets.

Some Rockets fans are worried that Whitmore may be dissatisfied with the current situation and will want to leave Houston. In response, Kelly Aiko said Whitmore has not yet submitted a trade application to Rockets general manager Stone.

Kelly Ico revealed that several teams were interested in Whitmore and asked the Rockets about his situation.

Many Rockets fans believe that Whitmore can replace Jaylen Green's position, and believe that the former is more talented. But Uduka positioned Whitmore as a striker, so he wanted to compete with Smith Jr., Ethan and others. Uduka attaches great importance to defense and discipline, and offensive ability is not the most important thing for him. In such a situation, Whitmore has a hard time getting into the rotation.

To be honest, if Uduka really doesn't like Whitmore, Stone shouldn't force him to keep him. It's better to send him to a suitable team.

According to previous revelations from the American media, both the Nets and the 76ers are interested in Whitmore. There are also media suggesting that the Lakers go to trade to get Whitmore.