With the New York Knicks in the market for a point guard, Coach Mike D'Antoni took an opportunity to deny a report that he does not like David Lee's game but did acknowledge that the young forward may have to be moved for the better of the team, the New York Post is reporting.

"I love David Lee," D'Antoni said. "I read someplace he doesn't fit my style. Let's see, he averaged 10 rebounds, 10 points. He fits anybody's style. To be creative, he's the best we have to be creative. [But] the franchise will do their job of exploring every option. At the end of the day, I'd be very happy to coach David Lee."

"But again it's the business, it's the future, and we're doing what you can within certain parameters. It's overblown because everyone that calls asks about him because he's the main guy. And it should be a compliment to him. It hasn't happened. I don't expect it to happen. If it did, it would have to be somebody good."

If the Knicks can attract someone like Monta Ellis from the Warriors, Lee could be used in a sign and trade. Other point guards, such as Kirk Hinrich from Chicago or Kyle Lowry and Mike Conley from Memphis could also be acquired via trade.

Via New York Post

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