T-Mac to the Knicks?

It's Alan Hahn on the grind again:

The playoff success of the Houston Rockets without Tracy McGrady has made the injury-plagued all-star expendable. With one year and $23.2M left on his deal -- plus the baggage he brings with him as a high-maintenance personality -- there are few teams that can afford to bring him in. The Knicks, obviously, are one.

Several persons with knowledge of the situation have said the Knicks would strongly consider McGrady, even as a one-year mercenary. The two could use each other: McGrady wants another mega-deal before free agency in 2010 and should be motivated to be in the best shape of his life for this coming season. And his number comes off the cap in 2010, so if it doesn't work out, the commitment is short and does not impact the long-term plan.


If the "Summer of LeBron" is indeed a go, Tracy McGrady would be the perfect fit. That's 23 million off the books, giving New York more scrilla to scoop up a big name.

Plus he helps the Knicks keep their 1st round pick next year. If NY has a lottery pick in 2010, the pick will go to Portland. But if Tracy McGrady has proven anything, is that he equals a playoff appearance. If he's healthy, the Knicks will be bounced in the 1st round. if he's injured, New York will show promise and advance at least once in the postseason.

It's a win-win...


--Speaking of that awful Zach Randolph trade, check out Mike Dunleavy Sr.'s fake Twitter page. Here's an update from his 'basketball camp'.

CampDunleavy update: Told the kids we were going to play "knockout". Z-Bo got the wrong idea. 17 kids with black eyes. This can't be good.

I can't help myself. Here's another:

Don Sterling, business genius: Sterling just told the campers he'd only draft Griffin if each of them gave $20. Easy money!


--Max Caster