The Knicks and Wizards are among the many teams in pursuit of Pistons forward Jerami Grant, sources tell Shams Charania of The Athletic.
Charania also reiterates that the Trail Blazers and Lakers have interest in Grant, which he first stated last month when he reported that Detroit was open to the idea of moving the 27-year-old.
Grant has been tasked with more offensive responsibilities in Detroit and has responded by averaging 21.6 PPG in 78 games (33.7 MPG) across his two seasons with the organization. Of course, many teams eyeing him as a trade target may value his defensive ability and versatility even more highly than his contributions on offense.
The Knicks and Wizards are two teams that could use a solid frontcourt defender like Grant. New York ranks 19th in defensive efficiency this season after placing fourth in 2020/21. Washington has been ever worse this season, coming in at 23rd in defensive efficiency.
Attaching draft assets to Knicks swingman Evan Fournier ($17.1MM) or Wizards forward Davis Bertans ($16MM) would perhaps be the most logical way for the two Eastern clubs to construct offers that would match Grant’s $20MM salary. However, both teams have the flexibility to include other players in their respective offers if Detroit doesn’t want to take on long-term money — Bertans and Fournier are both owed guaranteed salaries through 2024.
Hard Pass on either of those players.
Why would Detroit want Fournier’s or the Lazer’s horrible contracts?
They wouldn’t. But they’ll probably have to take back at least $16MMish in any Grant deal, and if they take on a bad contract, the assets attached to it would (presumably) be better than the ones attached to a more favorable expiring deal.
Bc the Pistons have exactly zero shooters on the roster. I’d rather see RJ Barrett and Noel come back in return.
My oh my. I really should be the GM. How long have I been wanting Jerami. Geez I hope it’s true. One of best 2way players around. I would sit Evan and start Grant.
For a rebuilding Pistons it’s easy. Sorry Obi, but we need to win now.
Obi1, Quickley, Noel, 2nd rd pick
>>>>>>>>> FOR >>>>>>>>>>
Grant, Garza .
I’d even give up a first rd (lottery protected) instead on 2nd rd pick. Knicks own Pistons 2nd rd pick. I keep Fournier ayes we need shooters.
Unless they get young players with upside, it’s a non starter. Teams can’t offer trash for a gold nugget. 3 first round picks might get things started from the Knicks but definitely not those trash ass players.
I’m skeptical of the Knicks’ actual interest (vs reported interest, by the likes of Berman, et. al.). Grant is a perfect fit defensively, and his contract fits their timeline. But he’s the last thing we need on offense. He can only score inefficiently (and won’t be a 1st or 2nd option on a good team). He also can’t shoot well enough from distance to space the floor.
Knicks need a pg more than grant. Fournier’s Need to be traded or play as a sixth man .
Knicks are doing nothing this season. Keep the cap space. They’re losers in 2022. sorry to break anyone’s hearts…but it’s the Truth.
WAS has Hachimura & Avdija… so why on earth would they want a lesser player like Grant?
If I am WAS I give it a hard pass, not for me, Grant is just a role player, probably not even a starter in a decent team!
Can’t shoot efficiently, can’t pass, rebound… what can he do? I really don’t know!
I like Grant but if the Knicks are trying to build a 3 point heavy team moving Fournier and pick(s) for Grant may not be in the plan. But I would do it easily