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Knicks trade offers for Pelicans center rejected
New York has submitted multiple offers for New Orleans center Yves Missi this offseason. The Pelicans have declined each proposal and stated they do not intend to trade the player.
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The New York Knicks have made multiple offers to acquire New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi this offseason, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes. All offers have been rejected. The Pelicans view Missi as a core player and have told the Knicks they have no plans to move him. The team previously sought a first-round pick in exchange for the center, a price the Knicks could not meet.
Earlier pursuit The Knicks first approached New Orleans about Missi in February 2026. At that time, the Pelicans also asked for a first-round pick. Missi, listed at 6-foot-11, averaged 5.7 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks per game last season. He ranks among New Orleans' top offensive rebounders and rim protectors.
Frontcourt vacancy The Knicks have increased efforts to replace Mitchell Robinson after he signed a three-year, $47.4 million contract with another team. Owner James Dolan stated he would not exceed the NBA's second apron. A league source also said the Knicks were among teams pursuing Marvin Bagley III before he signed elsewhere.
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