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The Knicks will want something of value in return for Chandler. Otherwise he's an expiring contract and what does Phil Jackson care about Dolan's $? They aren't giving chandler to us for nothing. Why would they simply take back other expiring guys or players owed money after next season.

Also, timing of a Calderon trade, to any team, is tricky. Would require a commitment from another top PG(say Lowrey)and then keeping that info super quiet so as not to diminish Calderon's trade value. Unless they plan to roll with Devin,Larkin, Mekel. Don't see it.

If Melo leaves the Knicks have the leverage regarding Chandler. It will probably take a protected 1st round pick being included and possibly one usable youngish player ala Brandon Wright. In return they swallow Ellington. Just my opinion.