Knicks Acquire Jose Alvarado: New York Native Returns Home in Trade

Grand Theft Alvarado is Home!The New York Knicks have officially acquired Brooklyn native Jose Alvarado from the Pelicans in a deadline deal.

A Sweet HomecomingAlvarado, who grew up in Queens, returns to his roots to play at Madison Square Garden for his home team.

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The Trade Details RevealedThe Knicks sent Dalen Terry and two future second-round draft picks to New Orleans to finalize the move.

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Perfect Replacement for DeuceWith Miles "Deuce" McBride undergoing surgery, Alvarado arrives just in time to bolster the Knicks' bench.

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Defensive Energy BoostKnown for his signature "sneak-attack" steals, Alvarado brings much-needed grit and defensive intensity to New York.

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Flexibility for the FutureAlvarado has a $4.5 million player option, giving the Knicks significant salary cap flexibility for the 2026 season.

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