3. Finally trade for a superstar

It is unknown where this name will come from but there are always changes at the NBA trade deadline. The New York Knicks have not had that superstar name that can take the ball at the end of the game since Carmelo Anthony left.

Even with Anthony, he started to fall off during the end of his tenure. If New York wants to compete with other top teams, they will need that big name.

New York has missed out on plenty of opportunities in the past. The most notable include losing Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving to Brooklyn. The front office must remain aggressive in hopes of landing that big-name moving forward.

Two that come to mind immediately are Zach LaVine and Bradley Beal. LaVine is entering the final year of his contract with the Chicago Bulls and could be a huge trade piece if they are not going to stay together long term.

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Also, Beal has played out his time in D.C. and could finally be sent away. Both perimeter threats would benefit the Knicks right away.

This is the type of player the Knicks need to get to championship level. There are different ones available every year and it is all about putting together the right package at some point moving forward.