New York Knicks rumors: Iman Shumpert likely to hit restricted free agency

The New York Knicks are rebuilding their roster, and part of that rebuilding has meant shipping away pieces that have worked in the past. Tyson Chandler was traded to the Dallas Mavericks this summer and all eyes are now focused at the moment on Iman Shumpert and what will happen with him.

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He began to show promise a few years ago but suffered a torn ACL that set him back. He hasn’t returned to that same level since, and there are doubts about his future in New York.

As Steve Kyler from Basketball Insiders opines, the Knicks look likely to take the restricted free agency route when it comes to determining fair market value for their guard.

A couple of pre-training camp comments... Knicks and Iman Shumpert likely won't be doing an extension - he has to prove he fits first.
— Steve Kyler (@stevekylerNBA) September 29, 2014

Equally, Knicks looking at capspace next year so unless Shump takes minor money deal - Knicks will wait and go restricted route
— Steve Kyler (@stevekylerNBA) September 29, 2014

This is something to monitor throughout the season, as Shumpert drew trade offers last season and could be on the move if the Knicks continue to be noncommittal about his future.

Of course, that doesn’t mean a trade will for sure happen, but the Knicks are going to have a wait-and-see approach to their long term relationship with the guard and may seek to get something out of him if they deem him an expendable asset.

Be sure to check FanSided’s official NBA page to keep up to date on the latest news and rumors from around the league as we get you ready for the start of the 2014-2015 season.

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