Mook makes a splash
Marcus Morris should have been a member of the LA Clippers this past off-season, but he declined a three-year, $41 million deal because he wanted a deal for over $40 million for only two seasons.
Now that the Knicks are in the midst of tanking into a top-three pick next season, it only makes sense for them to listen to offers for most of their players, considering that most of the team will hit free agency in the off-season.
Morris would offer something that Maurice Harkless nor Rodney McGruder can offer to the Clippers. His shot-creating ability at the four can help the starting lineup add more offense and a better three-point shooter. This season, he is averaging career-highs in points (18.3), three-point percentage (45.9) and free-throw percentage (86.4).
Morris would fit right into the Clippers culture as he is known for not backing down to anybody and never afraid to speak up.
Acquiring Frank Ntilikina would also be a huge plus for the Clippers.
Only 21 years old, his development has been very slow and steady as fans and management are starting to lose hope in the young guard from France.
Seeing how Sam Cassell worked with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander last season in helping him develop his mid-range jumper and overall game, Cassell can do the same if he gets his hands on Frank.
Acquiring those two players from New York would certainly mean that the Clippers have to give up draft capital. They may ask for another second-rounder since the Clips can only offer the only first-round pick that’s eligible to trade.