The Knicks are still paying attention to Antetokounmpo s situation. The time for renewing the Bridge is very delicate

According to TA reporter James L. Edwards II, the Knicks are paying close attention to Bucks star Antetokounmpo.

"As far as I know, Leon Ross and his team have been paying close attention to Antetokounmpo's situation in Milwaukee before the offseason starts. Many in the league believe that the Knicks are interested in chasing superstars. Although such opportunities have not yet appeared, I certainly believe that this is entirely possible if the right time is met.

As for Bridges' renewal, I think it is not a coincidence that New York will wait until so late in the summer. Antetokounmpo's situation has been pending, but people I have talked to generally believe that he will remain in Milwaukee at the start of next season.

Similarly, I think the Knicks will complete Bridges' renewal by August 6. No accident. Players who signed a contract extension cannot be traded within six months. If Bridges signs a contract extension on or after August 6, he will not be eligible for trade this season, because six months from August 6 will exceed the expected February trade deadline. In fact, Bridges signed a contract extension before that, which means that if the Knicks choose to trade him, he will be eligible for trade before the trade deadline.

I do not think that New York's move is because they are bound to trade Bridges. Instead, Ross and his team do this to reserve some room for flexibility in case--for example, Antetokounmpo asks to leave the team."