Yeah yeah, it was against the Hawks.. who might be the worst team in the league. But this Knicks team there isn't the notion that they SHOULD be able to beat anyone. So it was nice to see an impressive win that will go along nicely with building up the teams confidence.
Couple notes:
-Biggest thing I noticed was the defensive intensity that hasn't been around in years. A lot of energy of guys flying around and actually closing out on 3's. Yeah there were some lapses, but the Knicks were impressive on D.
-Fizdale is breath of fresh air and looks to be the right pick for this team
-The Knicks shot 31 threes. Refreshing to see them adapt to modern NBA basketball
-49 points in the second quarter, a Knicks franchise record
-Michigan Men had a good game. Tim Hardaway Jr is your true definition of a Dr Jeckyll and Hyde player. He was wild and off at the very beginning. Then he DRIVES, makes a basket and goes off from there. Fiz should be coaching him to drive at every opportunity to help set up his rhythm. Can't stand his heat checks shot selection at times
-Kanter with a quiet double-double. He really is solid and can expect this from him night in and night out.
-Baker got 27 minutes. Dotson didn't even see the floor. I don't know why.
The Rookies
-Knox.. I was in the minority with not wanting him to start. I still feel that way. I think the Summer League really gave this kid big expectations he's not ready for yet. He's 19. Body language is still troubling. He needs to find ways to get involved without scoring. I think right now the NBA is a little too fast for him. I'm not worried about him though. Just bring him a long throughout the year.
-Robinson got a put back before re-aggravating his ankle. Didn't play after that. No word on him.
-Alonzo Trier:
so your welcome again for making culture great again.
now if only the football team....
the only thing robinsonbnb is better at is shot blocking...
Knox looked like a nervous teenager making his NBA debut. Still flashed some nice skills.
Mudiay for Giles
He definitely seems to be a lot more confident, which is good to see. Too many times last year he looked hesitant and unsure. He would almost always pass on an open jumpshot or even an easy layup.
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That's pretty hard to do.
Knox looked like a nervous teenager making his NBA debut. Still flashed some nice skills.
Mudiay for Giles
lol
We are gonna blow em out. 82 and 0 baby!
I’m not convinced that young won’t be a special player. Matter of fact I think he will be damn good before all is said n done. He’s got a quick release and nba range, with room to spare. He’s not afraid to drive into the paint either. With that said I’d have probably taken doncic or someone else because of young’s liabilities.
Trier as a 6th-grader - ( New Window )
“I’m actually talking to the people over there now. Vince McMahon, he knows me,” Kanter told Vice. “I had dinner with [Paul Heyman] two, three days ago. I asked him how long he’s gonna do this and he said ‘as long as Brock [Lesnar] goes, I go, and then I’m with you.’ I’m like yes! Seriously. I’m really serious about it.”
I don’t see the concern with the cap and hardaway until the day comes where we lose out on a better player because of his salary slot. Even then, there are ways to skin a cat and that day isn’t here yet. Hardaway carries himself like a pro and plays like one. He’s not Clyde drexler, fine. He’s not a broken down slob either.