The New York Knicks have been short at the center position all season. Mitchell Robinson‘s injury issues have forced Tom Thibodeau to rely on Jericho Sims and Precious Achiuwa as the primary backup bigs.

Pelicans swingman Javonte Green is a player the Celtics hold interest in, sources said, but New Orleans doesn't want to take back more money. The Bucks, Nuggets, and New York Knicks have also been mentioned as teams holding a level of interest in Green,

The New York Knicks are less than two weeks from the NBA Trade Deadline, and they are expected to be a buyer despite their limited assets. The Knicks' best trade piece may be Mitchell Robinson, who can be used as salary filler to acquire a player who could help the team in the rotation.

The proposed trade would add a reliable veteran to the New York Knicks rotation ahead of their push to make the playoffs.