Why New York Knicks can eye this low-cost option to pair with Jalen Brunson in backcourt

The New York Knicks are currently not only searching for a new head coach but also looking for an ideal — and affordable — backcourt partner for point guard Jalen Brunson. They need someone who can provide 3-point shooting and solid defense.

A potential solution has emerged i.e. Gary Trent Jr. The current Milwaukee Bucks shooting guard could fill that role in the team.

Gary Trent Jr. could be the right fit alongside Jalen Brunson

Empire Sports Media’s Dylan Backer has suggested that the Knicks should consider pursuing Gary Trent Jr. in free agency. He noted the team needs a consistent scorer, and Trent could be that player.Highlighting the Knicks’ shortcomings in their second unit, Backer said Trent’s defense could address an area of weakness during the regular season.

Trent has already demonstrated his ability while playing for the Milwaukee Bucks. He is known as a strong defensive backcourt player and averaged 11.1 points and one steal per game, while shooting 41.6% from three on nearly six attempts per game.Another advantage is that he is not expected to command a large contract, which could allow the New York Knicks to acquire him without giving up a major player.

New York Knicks eliminated from playoffs, coaching change follows

Despite high hopes, the New York Knicks were eliminated in the Eastern Conference Semifinals, losing to the Indiana Pacers in Game 6.

Soon after, team president Leon Rose announced the firing of head coach Tom Thibodeau via a written statement on social media, a move that shocked many NBA fans and drew criticism.The statement read: "Our organization is singularly focused on winning a championship for our fans. This pursuit led us to the difficult decision to inform Tom Thibodeau that we've decided to move in a different direction.”He also thanked Thibodeau for “pouring his heart and soul into each and every day” as the Knicks’ head coach, highlighting the team’s “tremendous success on the court with four playoff berths and four playoff series victories.”Also Read: Stephen A Smith calls New York Knicks boss Leon Rose a coward for sharing statement on Tom Thibodeau’s exit: “Get in front of a microphone”Potential candidates rumored to replace Thibodeau include Denver Nuggets coach Michael Malone, former Knicks lead assistant coach Johnnie Bryant, former Hornets head coach James Borrego, and Cleveland head coach Kenny Atkinson.