New Knicks (All Three of Them) Practice Today

The trade seems to be finalized as the word out of Knicks camp is that they are all practicing today at shoot-around which would mean the trade has officially been approved by all parties.

This is what Tommy Dee from TheKnicksBlog.com had to say:

Word out of Knicks camp is that Al Harrington, Tim Thomas and, most importantly, Cuttino Mobley are practicing with the team. Now, I am not at practice but this is what we are hearing. This is significant because if Mobley is working out then Donnie Walsh is content with his health and that he will finalize the deal with the Clippers before 6:30’s deadline.

Remember, the Garden has had it’s share of tragedy in recent months with the passing of Rangers top prospect Alexei Cherepanov of an apparent heart attack in October. The Russian had a history of heart problems which caused his stock to drop in the NHL draft. Of course, Eddy Curry had heart issues as well, which were a big concern before Isiah Thomas made a deal for the then-Bulls center.

So Walsh is correct in making sure Mobley is fit to play, and apparently know he is good to go tonight once the trade is completed.