Myles Turner reportedly 'likes the idea' of playing for the Knicks

The Indiana Pacers continue to be the one team to monitor closely as it relates to potential trades before February's deadline. Caris LeVert, Domantas Sabonis and Myles Turner are all available in potential discussions.

Indiana's 25-year-old shot-blocking expert reportedly already has his eyes set on one destination: New York. Being the subject of constant trade rumors for years now, Turner likes the idea of landing in the Big Apple to play alongside Julius Randle and R.J. Barrett.

"He would've liked to land in New York last summer," Newsday's Knicks reporter Steve Popper said. "The deal could've been made. I think he likes the idea of being here."

SNY's Ian Begley added on a potential package for Turner would revolve around Mitchell Robinson, plus one of Obi Toppin or Immanuel Quickley.

Would the Knicks be willing to give up a hefty package of promising young prospects for an elite defender like Turner? New York's inconsistent play to open up the 2021-22 season could push them to an aggressive decision to raise the short-term ceiling.

New York's new trio of Randle, Barrett and Turner would all be able to grow together on the same timeline as well. The question is, will the Knicks pull the trigger? Also, would the Pacers be interested in a trade where they receive an enticing player like Toppin or Quickley?

Stay tuned to BasketballNews.com as trade winds continue to blow.