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The Knicks have been exploring a trade for Toronto point guard Kyle Lowry, according to a report. (Photo by Bill Baptist/NBAE via Getty Images)

Schmeelk: Kyle Lowry Is A Good Fit For Knicks — But At What Cost?

Here’s the issue: Lowry is a free agent after this season. If the Knicks want to re-sign him long-term it will probably cost them around eight million dollars a season, give or take. That type of contract will make it nearly impossible for the Knicks to bring in another max player in the 2015 offseason if Carmelo Anthony signs a max extension this summer.

2013/12/13

Kyle Lowry of the Toronto Raptors shoots over Raymond Felton at Madison Square Garden.(Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Report: Knicks Owner Dolan Vetoes Trade For Raptors’ Lowry

James Dolan, angry with details being leaked, put the kibosh on a trade proposal Thursday that could have landed Toronto point guard Kyle Lowry, according to the Daily News.

2013/12/13

Paul Pierce of the Brooklyn Nets reacts during the second half against the Los Angeles Clippers at Barclays Center on December 12, 2013. The Nets defeat the Clippers 102-93.  (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Lichtenstein: Keep Paul Pierce Out Of Nets’ Starting Lineup

Much has been written about the precipitous decline in Kevin Garnett’s game, but the talk about Pierce has been in more hushed tones. His instincts can still be useful — as long as it’s in a reserve role.

2013/12/13

NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 20:  Brook Lopez #11 of the Brooklyn Nets celebrates after hitting a basket with Deron Williams #8 against the Chicago Bulls during Game One of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals of the 2013 NBA Playoffs at Barclays Center on April 20, 2013 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.  (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)

Lopez, Williams Lead Nets To 102-93 Win Over Clippers

Brook Lopez had 16 points and Deron Williams 15 for the Nets, who won their season-high third straight. Pierce scored 10 points off the bench in his second game back from a broken hand.

2013/12/13

Toronto point guard Kyle Lowry, left, might be high on the Knicks' wish list this holiday season. (Photo by Ron Turenne/NBAE via Getty Images)

Report: Banged-Up Knicks Exploring Trade For Raptors’ Lowry

In case you’ve been living under a rock for the last six weeks, the Knicks have major problems. And every day those problems seem to multiply.

2013/12/12

Jason Collins attends the GQ Men Of The Year Party at The Ebell Club of Los Angeles on November 12, 2013 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Michael Buckner/Getty Images for GQ)

Jason Collins Named GQ’s ‘Game Changer Of The Year’

The former Nets center made history in April as the first active male athlete in the four major American pro sports to come out.

2013/12/12

Mike Woodson draws up a play for J.R. Smith against the Chicago Bulls on December 11, 2013 at Madison Square Garden. (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

Schmeelk: Ugh! Knicks Would’ve Been Better Off Losing To Bulls

I actually walked out of MSG on Wednesday night annoyed that New York beat Chicago. Please don’t dismiss this. There’s logic behind it. I swear. Read on!

2013/12/12

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2013/12/12

The Knicks Amar'e Stoudemire blocks Chicago's Joakim Noah during the game on Dec. 11, 2013, at Madison Square Garden. (credit: Getty Images)

Knicks Hang On To Beat Bulls, 83-78

Carmelo Anthony had 30 points and 10 rebounds, and the Knicks pulled out an 83-78 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday night after blowing a 23-point lead.

2013/12/12

Tyson Chandler (Photo by Jeff Zelevansky/Getty Images)

Knicks’ Tyson Chandler Has Begun Practicing, Is Making Progress

Chandler spoke to reporters Tuesday night before the struggling Knicks played the Cavaliers. He said his leg is feeling better and that he has not had any setbacks.

2013/12/11

Mike Woodson and J.R. Smith (Photo by David Liam Kyle/NBAE via Getty Images)

Schmeelk: Knicks Coach Mike Woodson Has Lost His Team

He’s done. It’s over. Woodson is a dead man walking. He has lost this team, and it has translated to a lost season for the Knicks.

2013/12/11

Deron Williams shoots against Jeff Green of the Boston Celtics on December 10, 2013 at Barclays Center. (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Lichtenstein: D-Will Returns To Rescue Nets, Embattled Coach Kidd

All that was missing was the heroic cry, “Here I come to save the day!” Deron Williams was his old high-stepping self Tuesday in leading the Nets to a 104-96 victory over Boston.

2013/12/11

The Cavaliers' Andrew Bynum dunks against the Knicks on Dec. 10, 2013, in Cleveland. (credit: Getty Images)

Frustration Mounting As Cavaliers Thump Knicks, 109-94

Kyrie Irving scored 37 points and Jarrett Jack added 17 points, leading the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 109-94 win on Tuesday night over the sinking Knicks.

2013/12/11

The Nets' Kevin Garnett and Brook Lopez high-five during their game against Boston on Dec. 10, 2013, at Barclays Center. (credit: Getty Images)

Nets Get Healthy, Top Celtics

Deron Williams scored a season-high 25 points in his return to the lineup, Brook Lopez added 24, and the Nets beat the Boston Celtics 104-96 Tuesday night.

2013/12/11

Jason Kidd, left, and Lawrence Frank. (Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)

Report: Rift Between Nets’ Kidd And Frank Led To Epic Blow-Up

Just how bad is the relationship between Brooklyn Nets head coach Jason Kidd and top assistant Lawrence Frank? Real bad. Like epically bad.

2013/12/10

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