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New York Knicks: 5 options for pick No. 58 in 2017 NBA Draft

By Ed Easton Jr.

Jan 14, 2017; Spokane, WA, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Nigel Williams-Goss (5) gets by St. Mary's Gaels guard Joe Rahon (25) during the second half at McCarthey Athletic Center. The Bulldogs won 79-56. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 14, 2017; Spokane, WA, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Nigel Williams-Goss (5) gets by St. Mary's Gaels guard Joe Rahon (25) during the second half at McCarthey Athletic Center. The Bulldogs won 79-56. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 31, 2016; Coral Gables, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes guard Davon Reed (5) reacts after making a three point basket against North Carolina State Wolfpack during the first half at Watsco Center. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 31, 2016; Coral Gables, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes guard Davon Reed (5) reacts after making a three point basket against North Carolina State Wolfpack during the first half at Watsco Center. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports /

4. Davon Reed, SG, Miami

2017 statistics:  14.9PPG, 4.8 RPG, 2.4 APG

The chance of taking Davon Reed at this spot is possible for New York as the team is in need of better depth at the shooting guard position. Reed was a key catalyst for the Miami Hurricane basketball program, helping them reach the NCAA tournament this past season.

Reed’s season was tremendous in not only his play on the court but his focus in the class room. The All-ACC, Third Team, and All-ACC Defensive Team, selection this past season also was the recipient of the ACC’s Skip Prosser Award as the ACC’s top men’s basketball scholar-athlete.

This intangible speaks more to Reed’s character and maturity balancing his play with the everyday distractions that will occur in the NBA. At 6’6″ and 220 pounds, Reed is good enough to play either shooting guard or small forward because of his quickness and strength.

Reed spoke about his impressive combine work out last month with he Miami Herald showing no worries about who gets drafted before or after him.

"“I’m not worrying about who gets drafted ahead of me. It’s just my job to continue to show being in college for four years, my experience, I’m ready to play now. Hopefully teams can see that. I feel like some teams are beginning to see that not just from myself, but all the other upperclassmen. If I can continue to improve and show the things, my chances (to play in NBA) are good.”"

Reed would be an ideal replacement for Justin Holiday, who hits the free agency market this summer and has a great upside considering his work ethic.

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