The Knicks acquired Puerto Rican José Alvarado from the Pelicans in exchange for Dalen Terry, two second-round picks and money, according to ESPN sources.
Los New York Knicks acquired Puerto Rican point guard José Alvarado from the New Orleans Pelicans in exchange for Dalen Terry, two second-round picks and cash, sources told ESPN’s Shams Charania.
Alvaradooriginally from Brooklyn, has carved out a niche for himself in the NBA as a tough and hard-working defender after not being selected in the draft. He began his career on a two-way contract with New Orleans in 2021 and was later converted to a standard contract after impressing the team with his play.
Alvarado27, is averaging 7.9 points and just under a steal per game this season. Nicknamed “Grand Theft Alvarado”the diminutive point guard is known for his ability to steal passes on the court when opposing teams least expect it.
Alvarado He signed a contract extension with the Pelicans last season and has a $4.5 million player option for next season.
According to reports, the Knicks They acquired Terry from the Chicago Bulls in exchange for Guerschon Yabusele, who will now be traded to New Orleans. Terry, 23, has an expiring contract and will be a free agent this summer.
