Knicks did right by Donte DiVincenzo

New York has pushed its chips all in this summer. It spent a significant amount of draft capital to bring Bridges into the fold. If DiVincenzo could become a distraction or spread discontent throughout the locker room, moving him now was an intelligent decision. The Knicks are sending him to a situation where he can continue to contend for a championship while also having a legitimate role to play.

In return, the Knicks get a player they've reportedly coveted for over a year. Towns provides the floor spacing necessary to get the best out of Jalen Brunson and the high-level slashers on the roster. He also gives New York a reliable presence in the middle of the floor and reduces their reliance on the injury-plagued Mitchell Robinson. 

The Knicks will miss the sharpshooting and perimeter defense that DiVincenzo brought to the table. However, by doing right for him now, they improve their reputation among players around the league. DiVincenzo had earned the right to be a big player for Thibodeau, and when it became clear that wasn't possible, the front office pivoted toward a deal that made sense for everybody. 

Neither side can have any complaints about how things turned out.