One Vin Returns, Another On Tap?



From the NY Post's Andrew Marchand :

After officially announcing the Knicks' re-signing of Vin Baker, GM Isiah Thomas vowed yesterday that he would continue working to make the Knicks more athletic.

"We'll always continue to try and upgrade our team," Thomas said.

With the Knicks' salary cap lacking flexibility, Thomas' job is difficult. The most appealing name out there is Vince Carter's. Asked specifically about the chances of Carter becoming a Knick, Thomas declined to rule it out.

"We have a lot of players that are interested in playing for our team," Thomas said. "I am not in a position where I can discuss players on other teams. However, we are flattered and honored that they would want to play for our team."

Could the Knicks, with their tight salary cap, even put together a package for a high-profile player?

"I've been known to be creative," Thomas said. "We definitely can put together creative deals here. Our owner gives us the flexibility to do that here. If we need to get creative in a package, we do have the means."

Thomas reiterated that he would not trade Stephon Marbury in such a deal.

Much of this depends not only on Carter's ability to force his way out of Toronto, but also on how effective he & his advisors will be in demanding their destination ala Tracy McGrady.

Posted: Thu - August 19, 2004 at 05:24 PM      

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