As the Nuggets try to convince Carmelo Anthony to stay, sources indicate that the Knicks are still most likely to acquire the forward if he becomes a free agent next summer.

There is a possibility that Denver could trade Anthony before the season, after which he might agree to a contract extension as part an agreement with his new team.

New York may not have the pieces to swing a trade with Denver, but they will have the cap space to sign Anthony outright next offseason if he hits the market.