Pelicans reject Knicks trade offer for center Yves Missi
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 9:15 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The New Orleans Pelicans have turned down multiple trade offers from the New York Knicks for center Yves Missi, as reported on July 2, 2026. The Knicks, following the departure of Mitchell Robinson to the Boston Celtics, sought to bolster their frontcourt by inquiring about Missi, viewed by the Pelicans as a crucial core player. Teams including the Los Angeles Lakers have also shown interest in Missi but received similar rejections. Missi averaged 5.7 points and 5.8 rebounds per game last season, and the Pelicans appear committed to retaining him.
- •Pelicans reject trade offers from Knicks for Yves Missi.
- •Knicks lost Mitchell Robinson to Celtics before seeking Missi.
- •Lakers also pursued Missi but met with rejection.
- •Missi averaged 5.7 points and 5.8 rebounds last season.
- •Pelicans consider Missi a vital core figure for the team.
- 9:15 PMYahoo Sports — Pelicans rejected Knicks's trade offer for $15 million All-Rookie center, per report
"The New York Knicks were reportedly turned down by the New Orleans Pelicans in trade talks on Thursday.
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