New York Knicks: 6 Ways to Improve the 2011-2012 Roster

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By Francisco Rivera (Contributor): With the 2011 NBA draft over, Knick management will move forward in hopes of landing a few more pieces to enhance their current roster.

 Currently, The Knicks have Carmelo Anthony, Amare Stoudemire, Chauncey Billups, Ronny Turiaf, Renaldo Balkman, Toney Douglas, Bill Walker, Derek Brown, Andy Rautins and Landry Fields under contract. Add to this the signings of both draftees (Iman Shumpert and Josh Harrellson) and Jerome James waiting in the wings, the Knicks have room for about 4 to 5 additions to the team. Currently the teams needs depth at center, point guard, defense and another scorer/shooter off the bench. Let's take a look at six ways the Knicks can round up their current roster via free agency or trade.

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