?Can?t Rely on Julius Randle?: Damian Lillard Trade Opening Options for Knicks Takes Stephen A. Smith?s Happiness to Stratosphere

Stephen A. Smith?s love for the New York Knicks is legendary. And, equally legendary, is his spiel on how Jim Dolan has been ruining the Knicks for decades now. However, in the last couple of seasons, Stephen A had something to cheer about. The Knicks acquiring Jalen Brunson, & their back-to-back presence in the playoffs have made him believe in them once again. But nothing would make him go bonkers, like the potential trade that he wants to see manifest. Damian Lillard‘s trade has made some talents available in the market that otherwise would not be listed, but will the Knicks be able to acquire them though?

Portland has some assets that it could build upon. But if the rumors are to be given any credence, they are on a different tangent altogether.

Will Stephen A. Smith?s dream come true?

Once Rachel Nichols literally made Stephen A. Smith shed bitter tears on television. But this time we can see him shed happy tears if the Knicks get Jrue Holiday from the Portland Trail Blazers. Jrue Holiday can shoot, defend, and do everything that will lighten up the load on Jalen Brunson, who had to be a one-man show in the postseason last year. Julius Randle is a hard worker, but he is not a legitimate scorer to be trusted with the ball in crunch situations. That is why Stephen A. bemoans that Julius Randle cannot be relied upon.

The New York Knicks command the most loyal fanbase in the entire league. Yet, they have never been a relevant team, let alone a contender for a long time. If the signs are right, they are slowly building a culture for the right talent to come by. If they could get Jrue Holiday, sooner than later, there would be more talents that would desire to play at the MSG.

Defensive wizards of the game.

Players like Draymond Green, Marcus Smart, and Jrue Holiday gain respect from their peers first before the fans notice their talents. Post-season contention is all about the teams wanting it more. This is an attribute that could never be taught. That?s why the Golden State Warriors always cherish having Draymond Green with them, and the Celtics will regret trading Marcus Smart away.

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If the rumors are to be believed, the Celtics are pining for Jrue Holiday. If that happens, it will be a super team vs. super team rivalry between the Bucks & the Celtics.

As the teams are gearing up for the regular season, will Stephen A. Smith?s hopes of getting a talent like Jrue Holiday come true? Let us know your thoughts on the same.

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