Knicks Trade Options to Offload Pacome Dadiet Revealed

A report has shortlisted five franchises that may have the cap flexibility and open roster spot to accept a Knicks trade for Pacome Dadiet.

Published: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1:27 AM
Knicks Trade Options to Offload Pacome Dadiet Revealed
Key Things to Know
  • The New York Knicks are looking to trade Pacome Dadiet to free up roster spots and stay under the second apron.
  • Dadiet is currently on a $2.9 million salary with a $5.3 million team option for next season.
  • Five potential trade partners include the Hornets, Bulls, Grizzlies, Clippers, and Nets.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The New York Knicks are reportedly exploring trade options to offload Pacome Dadiet and his $2.9 million salary. Trading Dadiet would allow the Knicks to remain under the NBA's second apron while freeing up roster space to potentially sign two of five competing veterans, including Bruce Brown, John Konchar, Drew Eubanks, James Wiseman, and Ochai Agbaji.

Daily Knicks writer Dan Favale identified five potential trade partners with the necessary cap flexibility to absorb Dadiet's contract. The shortlisted franchises include the Charlotte Hornets, Chicago Bulls, Memphis Grizzlies, LA Clippers, and Brooklyn Nets, with some teams possessing open roster spots or trade exceptions to facilitate a deal.

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