Joel Embiid, New York Knicks Rumors: Is a Trade Realistic?

Recent reports have linked the Philadelphia 76ers center to the Knicks.

Rumors have been swirling for months that the Philadelphia 76ers could trade Joel Embiid, and the New York Knicks have been mentioned as a potential destination. Embiid is one of the best players in the NBA, and he would be a major addition for any team. However, there are several factors that make a trade to the Knicks unlikely.

The 76ers are not likely to trade Embiid unless they get a significant return.

Embiid is one of the most valuable players in the NBA, and the 76ers are not going to trade him unless they get a significant return. The Knicks would likely have to give up several young players and draft picks in order to acquire Embiid.

The Knicks are not a good fit for Embiid.

Embiid is a dominant low-post scorer, but the Knicks already have a young center in Mitchell Robinson who is a good defender. Embiid and Robinson would not be a good fit together, and it is unlikely that the 76ers would trade Embiid to a team that he would not be a good fit for.

The Knicks are not a contender.

The Knicks are not a contender for the NBA championship, and Embiid is not going to want to play for a team that is not a contender. The Knicks have not made the playoffs since 2013, and they are not likely to make the playoffs anytime soon.