Did the NBA Cup win make the New York Knicks sloppy, as their 7-9 skid reveals defensive breakdowns and fading championship fire?

Even if the New York Knicks were atop the Eastern Conference and playing flawless basketball, a good portion of the fan base would be upset if they passed the NBA’s Feb. 5 trade deadline without making a move.

The Knicks are 2-8 in their last 10 games. Head coach Mike Brown and All-Star big Karl-Anthony Towns need to get on the same page, quickly.

The New York Knicks make an aggressive deal for Dallas Mavericks big man Anthony Davis in this NBA mock trade.

Knicks big man Mitchell Robinson sent out a cryptic message Monday, fueling NBA trade rumors or his possble unhappiness with the franchise.

Can a team win a championship with a small, less-athletic guard — like the Knicks with Jalen Brunson — as their best player?

Yes, there is a realistic chance that New York will make a trade. As I’ve previously reported, per league sources, the Knicks are open to moving both Guerschon Yabusele and Pacôme Dadiet. Together, those two players will make $8.3 million this season. So, for example, New York could trade them for a player or players who make that exact amount.

Devin Booker scored 27 points on 7-of-18 shooting to lead the Suns (25-17) after missing Thursday's loss at Detroit due to a left ankle sprain suffered in Tuesday's setback at Miami to begin six-game road trip.