Former Knick Porzingis Linked to Rape Accusations

At least Kristaps Porzingis is no longer the Knicks problem, because the former Knick is facing huge legal trouble after a woman has accused him of rape.

According to reports, the woman was allegedly raped over a year ago, but waited to tell authorities because she had discussed receiving $68,000 in hush money from Porzingis.

Porzingis was still playing for the Knicks when the incident happened, ironically just hours after he sustained the ACL injury that ended his season -- and ultimately his Knicks career.

ESPN reports that the Knicks made the Dallas Mavericks aware of the incident before finalizing a blockbuster trade to send the failing star to Big D.

Of course the Knicks, Mavericks and Porizingis representation have imposed gag orders and are keeping quiet.