RUMORS: Knicks STILL Pursuing Backup Centers + John Konchar Is GONE
October 1, 2026
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5 min readThe Knicks are still hunting for a backup center, and a familiar name might be unexpectedly available. According to a rumor from Brett Siegel, New York has been "aggressive in exploring deals to land an impactful center" for their bench unit, with the contracts of Pacôme Dadiet and Miles McBride expected to be the primary trade chips.
The Musa Option — A Long Shot That Isn’t Dead
The most intriguing possibility is Dereck Lively II’s backup in Dallas, Musa, whom the Knicks pursued as a restricted free agent over the summer. The Mavericks matched the offer sheet, and because of NBA rules on matched RFA offers, a trade for him this season was thought to be impossible. However, there is a narrow path: Dallas must make Musa’s contract official by a deadline today, and they may simply cut him instead. The Mavericks have since signed Dwight Powell to a $3.5 million deal (only $1 million guaranteed) and have a crowded frontcourt — Lively (still not cleared from foot surgery), Daniel Gafford, P.J. Washington, Santi Aldama, and rookie Morris Johnson. The host believes Dallas values Musa, but if he is waived, the Knicks could sign him without trading anyone.
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- 1 (01:06) **Knicks Still Pursuing Backup Center; Moose Sissoko a Potential Target** - Gavin discusses a Brett Siegel report that New York has been aggressive in exploring deals for a backup center, with Pacôme Dadiet and Miles McBride as the most likely trade chips.
- 2 (08:44) **Deuce McBride’s Trade Value and Extension Dynamics** - Gavin explains why the Knicks may be reluctant to extend Deuce now and why his trade value could rise during the season.
- 3 (13:16) **Josh Hart’s Lingering Finger Injury and Its Implications** - Josh Hart revealed his only remaining surgical option is a joint replacement that would end his career, so he will play with the finger wrapped until retirement.
- 4 (22:54) **John Konchar Is Gone; Knicks Sign Tony Bradley** - John Konchar has left the team due to personal issues, and the Knicks have brought in veteran center Tony Bradley for training camp.
- 5 (27:03) **Josh Hart’s Finger Injury: Day-to-Day Variability** - Hart described his finger as sometimes functional and other times too painful to make a fist, casting doubt on whether he can sustain his shooting efficiency.
- 6 Mentioned Resources
- 7 **Brett Siegel’s report** on the Knicks’ pursuit of a backup center, cited via Sleeper Nicks.
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Show Notes
Gavin Schall rolls solo to discuss the Knicks continued pursuit of a backup center, Josh Hart's lingering finger injury and thoughts on John Konchar's exit.
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