Listen, I hate to hit Knicks fans over the head with a little truth, but the truth is the Knicks aren't any better short term, and worse (yes, WORSE) long term!!! Think about it... I mean really think about it:
No defense: Seriously, no defense to be seen from the Knicks, and it starts with the head coach. D'Antoni has never instituted any defensive tactics... ever. Landry Fields is most likely the Knicks best defensive player???
New CBA: This will truly hinder the Knicks. Not only will it prevent them from adding another legit superstar, but also limits them from to make moves for specialists. This hard cap will force them to release players to make room... unless 'Melo takes a pay cut (slight giggle).
You traded for someone who HAD to be traded: Not only that, but you traded away the one thing you'll need going foward: PICKS!
Denver made out like absolute, butt-naked thieves in this deal. Nobody is considering the fact that they could possibly get Chauncey Billups back in the off season. The Knicks still want to get a D'Antoni type guard and Billups ain't that. Picks, cash, and players? All for a superstar that didn't get them anywhere? Look at this for what it is New York fans... great numbers, a lot of excitement, but no improvement on the court.