The situation ahead of the New York Knicks is not ideal.

The Knicks could improve their low post production this season by signing an Atlanta Hawks paint beast who isn’t plagued by injuries.

“For the Knicks, (Clint) Capela fits like a glove. With Mitchell Robinson struggling to stay healthy and Precious Achiuwa inconsistent, they need a reliable big man who can rebound, defend and provide a steady presence in the game,” Fadeaway Fran Leiva of the World wrote on Tuesday.

“Capela is not the type of player who scores 20 goals every night, but he doesn’t have to be. His job is to stabilize the defense and clear the boards, which he has demonstrated at an elite level.”

“This trade is a win-win situation for both teams. The Hawks are getting younger while gaining solid depth, and the Knicks are getting a durable, experienced big man who can help them compete at the top of the East.”

“Sometimes it’s the simple, unobtrusive movements that make the difference.”

“Clint Capela is one of the most underrated big men in the league, and this season he has quietly been doing what he does best: controlling the paint.”

“He averages 10.2 points, 9.2 rebounds and over one block per game while shooting an efficient 58.2% from the field. He’s not flashy, but he’s the guy that shows up every night, cleans the glass and finishes the rim.”

“With his contract expiring this year, the Hawks could look to move him while they can still add value.”

“The Hawks sit in seventh place in the East at 13-12, and while they have been competitive, they are clearly leaning toward developing their younger core.”

“Onyeka Okongwu has emerged as the center of the future, making Capela’s role as an expiring $22 million contract a little redundant.”

“By trading him for Mitchell Robinson, who provides elite rim protection when healthy, Precious Achiuwa, a high-energy bench option, and Matt Ryan, a motion shooter, the Hawks can combine immediate impact with long-term upside.”

While Capela won’t wow viewers with captivating low-post drop steps and reverse pivots, his respectable motor allows him to thrive as a lob threat and glass cleaner.

The Geneva, Switzerland native almost manages a double-double efficiently for the 13-12 Hawks.

Capela has also proven to be a patient central defender. The former first-round pick’s quick first jump helps him block one shot per game.

Robinson and Achiuwa are solid players when healthy, but Capela would be the safest option for the Knicks from a frontfield perspective.

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