Knicks get:
C Walker Kessler
SG Jordan Clarkson
Jazz get:
C Mitchell Robinson
PG Miles McBride
2026 FRP Swap W/NYK
Why the Knicks do this:
They add what should be the final piece: A center with better health than Robinson. This trade gives them arguably a more well-rounded and deeper lineup than the Celtics, and should make them the team to beat in the East.
Why the Jazz do this:
If they decide Kessler isn’t a fit and decide to remove them from their long-term plans, then this trade would be good for them. Not only do they get a center who could fit better with Lauri in Robinson, but they also get off of Clarkson and get a young guy as well.
Knicks Lineup:
Starters:
PG: Jalen Brunson
PF: Julius Randle
SG: Mikal Bridges
SF: OG Anunoby
C: Walker Kessler
Bench:
6: Josh Hart
7: Donte DiVinezcio
8: Jordan Clarkson
9: Cameron Payne
10: Precious Achwiua
Jazz Lineup:
Starters:
PG: Keyonte George
PF: Taylor Hendricks
SG: Collin Sexton
SF: Lauri Markkenen
C: Mitchell Robinson
Bench:
6: John Collins
7: Brice Sensabaugh
8: Cody Williams
9: Miles McBride
10: Drew Eubanks