Why wait?If you’re ready to do something, do it. Say you’ve always wanted to skydive. Eventually, that’s something you’ll be too old to do. If it’s really on your bucket list, it would be better to do it sooner rather than later. NBA teams can wait too long as well.

Sure, patience is a virtue in constructing your roster. Still, if your team is competitive, there’s something to be said for making a win-now upgrade. 

The New York Knicks have been surprisingly competitive in 2022-23. At 17-13, they’re starting to look like a team that could be a key piece away from real title contention. 

If the Knicks make a major trade this season, don’t be surprised.

There is a real chance for the Knicks to take advantage of a relatively mediocre Eastern Conference landscape. While some teams at the top are tough to defeat in a playoff series, adding another key piece could go a long way in helping New York to pull it off.

Here are 3 that we think could put them in contention for the title. 

New York Knicks Land Bradley Beal

Washington Wizards Receive: G/F Evan Fournier, G Derrick Rose, G Immanuel Quickley, 2023 First-Round Pick (NYK), 2025 First-Round Pick (MIL via NYK), 2027 First-Round Pick (NYK)

New York Knicks Receive: G Bradley Beal