The New York Knicks have now been linked to Washington Wizards big man Jonas Valančiūnas, with SNY's Ian Begley providing a report Wednesday. Valančiūnas

Robinson underwent successful ankle surgery to repair the issue in May, but he hasn’t appeared in a game for the Knicks this season. The Western Kentucky product can provide the Knicks with adequate rim protection and low-post play when healthy, but it's safe to say his days in New York are numbered.

The New York Knicks are interested in a trade involving Washington Wizards center Jonas Valanciunas while big man Mitchell

All things considered, the New York Knicks are in a good place.

With the trade deadline just a month away, the New York Knicks have propelled themselves into contention on the back of an elite starting five. Their starting five has a +4.5 net rating with an elite offensive rating of 117.