On February 1, 2026, during a game at Madison Square Garden, LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers played against Landry Shamet of the New York Knicks. In the lead-up to the draft, the Knicks traded their 25th pick, Sergio De Larrea, to the Dallas Mavericks for the 30th pick, Koa Peat, and two second-round picks, before trading Peat to the Phoenix Suns for three additional second-rounders and cash. De Larrea, a talented 20-year-old with EuroLeague experience, was selected by the Knicks, who may be looking to maintain their core for the upcoming season. Fans are discussing the implications of this pick and the Knicks’ overall strategy.
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Knicks, Lakers exchange draft picks; Knicks trade Sergio De Larrea
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