It is expected to advance to the semi-finals! The Knicks and the Bucks may make 4-for-1 off-season, and will they compete for the championship next season?

Although the Knicks rank third in the Eastern Conference this season, they are 10 wins away from the Celtics. Whether it is paper strength or playoff experience, the outside world almost unanimously believes that they will find it difficult to compete with the Celtics. However, the team is in this situation. The current score is 2:0. The team is only one step away from the semi-finals. In contrast, if the Celtics fail to win in the next game, they will fall into a desperate situation. In addition, the probability of a turnover in the last round in NBA history is only 7%. The Knicks not only won two away games in a row, but also completed the reversal when they were lagging behind in a large score. It can be seen that the current situation is very beneficial to the Knicks. As long as they play steadily, they will enter the semi-finals. In addition, their potential opponent in the semi-finals is the Pacers. The current Pacers lead the Cavaliers 2:0, which is the same as the Knicks. If these two teams meet the semi-finals, it will be very interesting.

I believe that no matter what kind of record the Knicks will eventually achieve in the playoffs this season, although they pay a lot of luxury tax, the team will definitely not split the lineup during the offseason, and will strengthen the lineup. The US media "Fadeaway" World's author Eddie Bitar predicts that in the offseason, the Knicks may pursue Antetokounmpo, who is not performing well this season, and give a potential offer. Let's take a look at the specific situation:

New York Knicks get: Antetokounmpo

Milwaukee Bucks get: Towns, Mikal Bridge, 2025 first-round draft pick (WAS), 2026 second-round draft pick (DET/ORL)

For the Knicks, the team definitely hopes to go further in the playoffs. Even in the championship, considering the team's own strength, it is reasonable to strengthen it. So what if the players get? Antetokounmpo's comprehensive offense and defense (average 30+ points, top fast break and basket protection ability) can make up for the Knicks' inside defense and conversion offense, and Brunson's outside ball holding ability will complement Annunobi's forward firepower. In addition, Knicks coach Thibodeau is known for emphasizing defense. Antetokounmpo's assisting defense ability and rebound protection will strengthen the Knicks' defensive system. If it can be achieved, the team's strength is very strong and will be one of the favorites to compete for the championship next season.

For the Bucks, the current team's dilemma has made the team no better choice. They can only trade Antetokounmpo in exchange for chips that are more beneficial to the team. So what about the chips given by the Knicks? First of all, Towns is an inside player who is extremely in line with the requirements of modern basketball. He is seven feet tall and has quite comprehensive skills. He is an inside player with comprehensive skills and an average of 24.4 per game in 34.9 minutes per game in the season. With 12.8 rebounds, 3.1 assists and 1 steal, the three shooting percentages were 52.6%, 42%, and 82.9%, respectively. Mikalbridge is a typical 3D player - he is tall and long, has outstanding outside defense ability, and has a soft touch. He averaged 17.6 points, 3.2 rebounds and 3.7 assists per game in the season. In addition, he also got 2 draft picks, which is also conducive to the team's better strengthening of the lineup. If this deal can be reached, the team will still maintain good competitiveness.

Overall, this deal is very good for both teams. If it can be finally reached, please feel free to discuss in the comment section!