Washington’s interest in Grimes is noteworthy for several reasons. One of them? The Knicks have Wizards big man Daniel Gafford on their radar, sources confirm.The interest in Gafford comes while New York is dealing with injuries to Isaiah Hartenstein and Mitchell Robinson. Earlier this month, the Knicks were optimistic that Robinson could return before the end of the regular season. Hartenstein has missed two games due to a left Achilles issue. He played with a similar ailment last season. As you’d expect, there is some concern over Hartenstein’s health and his availability moving forward.
Hence, the interest in the 25-year-old Gafford. Gafford is averaging 10 points, seven rebounds, two blocks and one steal per game in 38 starts for the Wizards.
But maybe the Knicks won’t have a need at center two weeks from now.
Precious Achiuwa has played well for the past three games. He and Jericho Sims both played key roles in New York’s win at Brooklyn on Tuesday and home win against Denver on Thursday.
If Achiuwa and/or Sims can continue to produce, maybe the Knicks decide to stick with their current centers for the rest of the season. Hartenstein is considered day-to-day. Tom Thibodeau said on Thursday that Hartenstein had been feeling better. His status for Saturday’s game against Miami is unknown.
ESPN reported earlier that New York had interest in Gafford.
