In free agency, the Jalen Brunson-led Knicks could acquire an ex-Oklahoma City Thunder star who can adequately score and assist as a role player.

Though the team may be without Jalen Brunson for the foreseeable future, this Knicks x-factor could help to keep the team afloat.

Jalen Brunson is expected to miss at least two weeks with a right ankle sprain, putting the New York Knicks in a tough spot as they try to maintain their position in the Eastern Conference.