Although the New York Knicks are expected to re-sign center Mitchell Robinson, they are looking into signing another center in NBA free agency. According to Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report, the Knicks are pursuing LA Clippers big man Isaiah Hartenstein.

Hartenstein played his first season as a true part of a rotation with the Clippers last season, appearing in 68 games. In 17.9 minutes per night, the 24-year-old averaged 8.3 points, 4.9 rebounds and 2.4 assists while shooting 62.6 percent from the field. NBA insider Marc Stein reports that Hartenstein is still open to going back to the Clippers.

Even with the likelihood of Robinson going back to the Knicks on a new multi-year, they could use another center to back him up along with Jericho Sims. After trading Nerlens Noel to the Detroit Pistons, the second-year big man is the only reliable option they have. Hartenstein provides solid defense and rebounding, especially on the offensive end, and is used to coming off the bench.

The Clippers will certainly have a good recruiting pitch for Hartenstein. They can give him the chance to contribute to a title contender. New York, however, could outbid them if they offer him more money.

New York has already had a busy offseason. After several draft-day trades and dumping the contracts of Noel and Alec Burks to the Pistons, they are going hard after Jalen Brunson. They are looking to get back to the postseason and will need all the help they can get to accomplish that goal.