Knicks’ Nate Robinson Will Only Consider Trade to Celtics, Lakers or Magic

The New York Daily News' Frank Isola reports that Nate Robinson will only agree to a trade that lands him with the Boston Celtics, Los Angeles Lakers or Orlando Magic.

The three-time dunk champion is an impending free agent, earning $4 million. The 5-foot-9 guard has had problems with coach Mike D'Antoni and was benched for a month in December before returning to the starting lineup. On his return New Year's Day, he torched the Atlanta Hawks for 41 points.

Robinson enjoyed a career season during the 2008-2009 campaign, scoring 17.4 points per game while chipping in 4.1 assists. He is at 13.2 and 3.7, respectively, on the 2009-2010 season.

If he was to join the Celtics, he would back up point guard Rajon Rondo with current backup Eddie House seeing the majority of his time backing up Ray Allen at shooting guard.

Given his stated preferences, it is clear Robinson is only interested in joining a team that is a heavy favorite to win the NBA title this season. It remains unlikely "'Lil Him" is traded in advance of Thursday's deadline.