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New York Knicks: Assessing Derrick Rose’s trade value

Chip Murphy
New York Knicks: Assessing Derrick Rose's trade value 3
Jan 27, 2017; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks point guard Derrick Rose (25) drives against Charlotte Hornets small forward Michael Kidd-Gilchrist (14) and Charlotte Hornets center Roy Hibbert (55) and Charlotte Hornets point guard Kemba Walker (15) during the third quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

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The Money’s Good

Rose’s expiring contract makes him appealing to all kind of teams. It’s why Jackson took a flyer on him. The former MVP had a salary of $21.3 million for the 2016-17 season, and he’s already been paid more than half.

With the salary cap jumping another $9 million again this summer NBA GMs aren’t looking to take on long term contracts. The 28-year-old has the perfect deal for a contender in need of a short-term fix at the backup point guard position or one of the many desperate Eastern Conference teams jostling for playoff position.

Potential Carmelo Anthony trade partners the Cleveland Cavaliers (if he’s willing to accept a backup role) and the Los Angeles Clippers (as Chris Paul injury insurance) could both use him.

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Chip Murphy
Chip Murphy

I'm ESNY's Executive Editor for EliteSportsNY.com.
I cover the New York Knicks and Brooklyn Nets.
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Chip Murphy covers the NBA for Elite Sports NY. You can find him on Twitter @ChipperMurphy.