The New York Knicks may have been in the driver's seat to trade for Kevin Durant, until one development threw them off course.

The New York Knicks are entering an interesting offseason following a defeat in the Eastern Conference Finals. New York has the tools to be very active this summer, and they have been linked with a few big-name players.

New York trading three seasons of Towns for one season of Durant would seem odd, unless they have a desire to clear Towns' contract off their books. He averaged 26.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 4.2 assists in 62 games this season for the Suns.