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Knicks trade second-round pick Melvin Ajinca to Mavericks in 2024 NBA Draft swap

The Knicks almost brought in their second Frenchman of the 2024 NBA Draft.

But after selecting Melvin Ajinca in the second round (No. 51), the Knicks are trading him to the Mavericks.

It’s not yet clear what the Knicks got in return.

It’s been a busy two days for the Knicks, who have dealt a plethora of their picks throughout the two rounds.

Melvin Ajinca
Melvin Ajinca was drafted by the Knicks and then traded to the Mavericks. NBAE via Getty Images

So far, the Knicks drafted Pacome Dadiet in the first round (No. 25) and Tyler Kolek in the second round (No. 34).