New York Knicks: Three Players To Draft And One To Avoid
By Eric Snyder
The Best Of The Rest
The New York Knicks list of needs are much longer than one player. If Carmelo Anthony leaves, then the team will need scoring. Even if he stays, the team needs a point guard. No matter what happens with the rest of the roster, there are a few players in this draft the Knicks should target.
Jonathan Isaac
Jonathan Isaac is a 6’11 small forward with the range that could make him a star. He played at Florida State, which means he was taught how to play defense. Pairing his size and athleticism with the size and skill of Kristaps Porzingis could prove to be a deadly mix for the Knicks.
Whenever Anthony is gone and the new era begins, the Knicks will need a dynamic offensive option. Isaac could become that very option within a few years.
Justin Jackson
The New York Knicks need help now and Justin Jackson is ready to contribute as soon as he’s drafted. He’ll come in with tons of experience as a hybrid wing player who can score in various ways.
Jackson is one of the older prospects at age 22, and has added to his skill set every single year. His ability to fill up stat sheets with scoring, rebounds, assists, and steals is something the Knicks could use immediately.
Obviously, there are other talented players in this year’s draft. Dennis Smith Jr., Josh Jackson, and Jayson Tatum will all be solid NBA players and could help the Knicks, as well. At the same time, there are players the Knicks need to avoid.
Above all, there’s one highly-touted player whom Phil Jackson must ignore and run from if at all possible.