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Grizzlies, Jazz, Hawks, and Rockets are allegedly among the teams interested in Knicks star Grimes
The Knicks are actively seeking a backup point guard for additional support, particularly someone who can provide scoring off the bench during non-Jalen Brunson minutes. New York possesses players with matching salaries, including Evan Fournier, and has an abundance of draft picks that could be utilized to facilitate a trade.
Notably, Quentin Grimes is the player drawing the most interest from other teams in discussions with the Knicks, as reported by Ian Begley of SNY.TV. Several teams, including the Atlanta Hawks, Memphis Grizzlies, Utah Jazz, Houston Rockets, and the Dallas Mavericks, according to The New York Post, have expressed interest in the 23-year-old shooting guard.
The list of teams interested in Quentin Grimes is likely more extensive than the mentioned ones.
Grimes ceded his starting role to Donte DiVincenzo earlier in the season, and his playing time off the bench has been inconsistent. Adapting to this fluctuating role has been challenging for Grimes, resulting in a reduction in minutes per game (with a scoring average of 6.9 points per game). His true shooting percentage has also declined from an impressive 61.9 last season to a below-average 54.9 this season.
While Grimes continues to excel in three-point shooting, the decline in the proportion of shots taken at the rim and a diminished 52.9% shooting in the restricted area indicate challenges in finishing plays compared to his previous performance.
Numerous teams may consider Grimes as a player they can impact positively. As he is only in his third year, teams could potentially have Grimes for one more season on his rookie contract (worth $4.3 million for the next season) before deciding on a re-signing.
Reports indicate that the Jazz and Knicks have engaged in discussions about a Jordan Clarkson trade, with Grimes likely being included if a deal materializes. Atlanta is exploring trade possibilities for their entire roster, excluding Trae Young and Jalen Johnson. While Dejounte Murray may not be an ideal fit alongside Brunson, Bogdan Bogdanovic could be, and Grimes might be part of any potential deal. If a trade involving Bruce Brown were to happen, the Raptors might express interest in acquiring Grimes. The possibilities are extensive, making it likely that Grimes could find a new home before the February 8 trade deadline.
