Mar 26, 2025; New York, New York, USA; LA Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) warms up prior to the game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Kawhi Leonard Trade The New York Knicks Must Consider

Originally posted on Fastbreak on SI | By Ben Stinar | Last updated Aug 22, 2025 3:11 PM ET

Kawhi Leonard will be a Hall of Famer one day.

Despite dealing with a lot of injuries during the prime of his career, the two-time NBA Champion is one of the best forwards of all time.

Right now, Leonard is 34 and I believe that the New York Knicks should make an attempt to land the former San Diego State star to make a push for the 2026 title.

The Knicks are coming off a season where they reached the Eastern Conference finals for the first time since 2000.

They have an incredible roster led by All-Star point guard Jalen Brunson.

The Knicks could center a package around either Karl-Anthony Towns (or OG Anunoby).

For the Clippers, they would be getting a player who is much younger (and more reliable over the next three years).

Leonard has proven that over short stints he can still be an elite player.

With the Knicks, he could perform do a less significant role than he did with the Toronto Raptors in 2019 when he led the franchise to the title over Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors.

While the Clippers get the more reliable (and younger player), the Knicks would be able to have the better playoff player for next season.

This article first appeared on Fastbreak on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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