Massive changes could be coming to the New York Knicks following the team’s Eastern Conference Finals loss to the Indiana Pacers in six games.

The team fired head coach Tom Thibodeau and rumors have been rampant regarding a trade for the team’s star center Karl Anthony-Towns. Reports following the series loss were released regarding Towns’ struggles on defense that were apparent throughout the season.

As of now, multiple teams make sense in a potential trade for Towns.

According to betting markers, the current favorite to be the All-Stars’ next team if the Knicks do decide to trade him is the Phoenix Suns at +160 odds. This is likely due to the team’s eagerness to make a trade around star Kevin Durant.

The Orlando Magic have the second-highest odds in the betting market, sitting at +200. The Magic would likely be adding Towns to their already existing core instead of exchanging him for one of their current stars, Paolo Banchero or Franz Wagner.

As of now, the Suns look to be the most likely destination for Towns.

In 2019, Durant was linked to the New York Knicks, with many believing a deal was soon to be made. Instead, Durant signed with the Brooklyn Nets.

Six years later, it’s possible Durant to the Knicks could come true after all.

Whether Towns is traded or not is still a decision to be made. The Knicks did find success with him this season. However, as of now, it seems Towns staying in New York isn’t a likely outcome.

New York Knicks coaches and players were reportedly frustrated with Karl Anthony-Towns ‘ defense throughout the season.

Towns, who is often viewed as an extensive offensive threat, was making mistakes on defense consistently.

“Too often, Towns executed incorrect coverages without communicating why he did it,” according to James Edwards III and Fred Katz of The Athletic. “After it became a theme, players worried Towns didn’t grasp the importance of the matter.”

In the regular season, the Knicks averaged 2.8 points per 100 possessions better on defense with Towns off the court. The number was closer to even during the playoffs, although the Indiana Pacers repeatedly took advantage of Towns through mismatches.

Despite just one season with the Knicks, some have questioned a potential KAT trade because he is a defensive liability, although the Knicks made their first Eastern Conference Finals since 2000.

Last season with the Minnesota Timberwolves, Towns helped lead the team to the number one-ranked defense in the NBA.

Jalen Brunson and Towns, as a star duo, have seemingly a high ceiling if the Knicks can play consistent defense.