If the Los Angeles Lakers eventually make LeBron James available, one of the teams expected to be interested is the New York Knicks. The Knicks, whether they want to add James because of off-the-court reasons or because he's still one of the better players in the NBA, would be wise to show some sort of interest in him.

The Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James have been the biggest story in the NBA rumor mill over the last week. His future with the team has been very much in doubt, but there have been no concrete reports about what the future may hold.

Nick Wright dissected a potential LeBron James-Karl-Anthony Towns trade, suggesting it could benefit the Knicks. Wright believes acquiring James would improve the Knicks' defense and provide a short-term commitment,

LeBron James is potentially on the trade block as his situation with the Lakers is in a big question mark for the time being. The Lakers could pull the trigger on a trade for Luka Doncic another big man.

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James moves to the basket against New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Speculation is rife about a potential NBA trade sending LeBron James to the New York Knicks. A proposed swap involves Karl-Anthony Towns heading to the Lakers. The Knicks' president, Leon Rose, has ties with James,

Deandre Ayton's arrival in Los Angeles comes at a turbulent period, as the Lakers' newest addition revealed that he has yet to receive a welcome message from LeBron James amid ongoing tensions with the team's front office.