There are also other factors to consider, and Dan Favale recently considered them. He added that while the Knicks will likely give Bridges what he's looking for, there have been reports that the team is interested in Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo.

The New York Knicks find themselves in a holding pattern. Mikal Bridges, one of their newest core players, is eligible for a contract extension, yet no deal has been struck. It’s not a matter of value; the Knicks gave up five first-round picks (or five very promising varsity players) to acquire him. So what’s the holdup?