New York Knicks: 5 reasons Kevin Knox was a good pick

NEW YORK, NY - JUNE 21: Kevin Knox speaks with media after being drafted ninth overall by the New York Knicks during the 2018 NBA Draft at the Barclays Center on June 21, 2018 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images) /

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New York Knicks: 5 reasons Kevin Knox was a good pick

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4. Versatility

To succeed in the current landscape of the NBA, you need to have versatile players. Just look at the Golden State Warriors. They have interchangeable players that can fill numerous positions and roles. The Knicks are starting to find more players built in that mold and Knox is the most recent one.

He brings a lot of versatility to the table. Standing 6’9” with a 7’0″ wingspan, he should have no problem playing both forward spots in the NBA. He is more than athletic enough to play small forward, but also possesses the size and length to play power forward. Over the long haul, his best position will probably be as a stretch-4.

Given his size and athleticism, Knox has a chance to become a difference-maker defensively. While his offense is considered his best asset, he has the tools to become a very good defender as well. He should be able to play passing lanes and make some plays defensively in regards to racking up steals.

To succeed at power forward, he does need to develop more as a rebounder, but he has the skill-set to do so. The ability to play both forward spots is something that endeared Knox to the Knicks.

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