Knicks consider trading Mikal Bridges for Clippers' duo Strus and Jones Jr
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 6:34 AM
Last updated Nov 12, 2026
The New York Knicks are contemplating a trade involving Mikal Bridges that could send the forward to the Los Angeles Clippers. In exchange, the Knicks would acquire sharpshooter Max Strus and defender Derrick Jones Jr., both of whom are viewed as fitting well within New York's system. This potential deal comes amid early season struggles for the Knicks, despite a recent uptick in performance. It may also provide the team with greater financial flexibility moving forward. As the trade scenario develops, the Knicks hope to stabilize their core around key players like Karl-Anthony Towns and Josh Hart while addressing roster needs.
- •Knicks may trade Mikal Bridges to Clippers.
- •Proposed deal includes Max Strus and Derrick Jones Jr.
- •Knicks seeking financial flexibility amidst team struggles.
- •Bridges has struggled early this season, facing a slump.
- •Strus offers shooting while Jones Jr. strengthens defense.
- 6:34 AMYahoo Sports — Knicks predicted to trade Mikal Bridges for Clippers' $92M sharpshooting, high-flying duo
"The New York Knicks may be accustomed to a move here soon and it could involve a fan favorite if nothing changes. In this proposed deal they get a lethal offense-defense duo that would make them a favorite in the Eastern Conference once again despite a slow start.
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