Frequently Asked Questions
Why doesn't Zach LaVine want to be traded to the Knicks?
LaVine's agent Rich Paul from Klutch Sports has a bad relationship with Knicks GM Leon Rose, who previously worked at rival agency CAA. The LaVine camp isn't interested in dealing with the Knicks because of these agency tensions.
What is the history between Rich Paul and Leon Rose?
Leon Rose was in charge of CAA when LeBron James left the agency for Rich Paul's newly created Klutch Sports in 2012. Rose had represented LeBron and the Heat's Big Three before losing the biggest basketball star to Paul's agency.
Are the Bulls and Knicks still discussing a Zach LaVine trade?
Trade talks between the Bulls and Knicks continued leading up to the draft, but the momentum has died down. The agency conflict between LaVine's representation and the Knicks front office is reportedly preventing any deal from happening.
Who represents Zach LaVine as his agent?
Zach LaVine is represented by Klutch Sports, which is run by Rich Paul. Paul created Klutch Sports in 2012 with LeBron James after they left CAA.
Why do the Knicks have a reputation for favoring CAA clients?
The Knicks have a reputation around the league for favoring clients of CAA because their current GM Leon Rose previously worked at CAA before joining the Knicks front office.