The New York Knicks are interested in a trade involving Washington Wizards center Jonas Valanciunas while big man Mitchell

The New York Knicks have now been linked to Washington Wizards big man Jonas Valančiūnas, with SNY's Ian Begley providing a report Tuesday. Valančiūnas

Valančiūnas has recorded averages of 11.6 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 2.2 assists in just under 20 minutes per game as a 32-year-old center for the Washington Wizards. He may be past his prime, but if the Knicks aren't sold on Mitchell Robinson coming back at full strength, it could lead to the team looking for other options.

“Jericho Sims, recently removed from New York’s rotation and inactive Monday with back spasms, is being shopped ahead of next month’s trade deadline, NBA sources who’ve been in contact with the team told The Post.”… pic.twitter.com/1vi3YnWV89

The Knicks' depth has been far from ideal this season, and with Mitchell Robinson not returning until February, they are likely in the market for backup bigs.

Nick Richards is currently in the middle of a productive year with the Charlotte Hornets. He has averages of 9.2 points, 7.7 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.3 bloc

One of the Eastern Conference’s better teams wants to bolster their frontcourt rotation with the Washington Wizards center.

The Knicks are still hoping that Mitchell Robinson will return at full strength, but they may turn to Jonas Valanciunas if necessary.