Explaining why the Zion Williamson and CAA breakup is linked to the Knicks

Williamson expected more from his representation in regards to pursuing a trade to New York. This was one of the two driving factors that resulted in the split, source said.

Williamson's contract was another element in the deterioration of the relationship between the two sides.

Zion's name has often been tied to the Knicks in trade speculation, and that burning desire has now been revealed to be one of the main reasons for Zion to part ways with CAA.

The breakup in relationships was related to the failure of CAA to send Zion to New York and the strong health-related clauses tied to the contract extension.

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