the knicks cant afford Lin's price. if Lin really want to come

to the Knicks, he could simply tell the team he would accept the full mid level.  I believe the Knick would give him that contract because they gave the second priority FA Novak a 16m/4year deal.  Lin at time was the first priority and he should had no problem getting 5m/year.  the Knick even made it known that they will match the less poised Rocket contract of 5/5/9.  well, they tricked the knicks and they got what they wanted.  fortunately we got Felton and we move on well.