The New York Knicks are interested in a trade involving Washington Wizards center Jonas Valanciunas while big man Mitchell

The New York Knicks have now been linked to Washington Wizards big man Jonas Valančiūnas, with SNY's Ian Begley providing a report Tuesday. Valančiūnas

Valančiūnas has recorded averages of 11.6 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 2.2 assists in just under 20 minutes per game as a 32-year-old center for the Washington Wizards. He may be past his prime, but if the Knicks aren't sold on Mitchell Robinson coming back at full strength, it could lead to the team looking for other options.

“Jericho Sims, recently removed from New York’s rotation and inactive Monday with back spasms, is being shopped ahead of next month’s trade deadline, NBA sources who’ve been in contact with the team told The Post.”… pic.twitter.com/1vi3YnWV89

The New York Knicks will receive an immeasurable boost to its frontcourt depth when center Mitchell Robinson finally returns from ankle surgery in the coming weeks. Behind Karl-Anthony Towns, the depth chart at the 5 will get even more packed.

The Knicks haven't cost themselves in the standings despite struggling lately but they still need to figure things out in their rotation and on the trade market.

The New York Knicks are exploring trade options for center Jericho Sims ahead of the February 6 trade deadline, according to Stefan Bondy of the New York Post. Sims, currently sidelined with back spasms,