Ironman
#Knickstape
Hell no he wouldn't Kris is in the passenger seat he's not going anywhere. Y'all have fun though
as if phil jackson would not do it if he had the chance
Put Some Hornacek On Our Game: 2016 New York Knicks Offseason Thread
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PIFF101
Bring back the Golden Era
Hell no he wouldn't Kris is in the passenger seat he's not going anywhere. Y'all have fun though
Ironman
#Knickstape
Knicksman20
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Surprisingly enough for this time of year, there are a quite few quality veteran free agents still available. But it appears the Knicks are standing pat when it comes to potentially adding another veteran (Jan 21).
Among the players interested in joining the Knicks are former 76ers point guard Tony Wroten and Jimmer Fredette, who has been playing for their D-League affiliate in Westchester.
At 22-22, such restraint says a lot about where the Knicks are (and perhaps the direction they're headed) at this point in time. Things are moving in a very positive direction as players are beginning to understand their respective roles. More importantly, the players are becoming increasingly more dependable when called upon. New York brass finally appears to have faith in the group they have and there's no reason to rock the boat.
Still, as Marc Berman notes, the team could slook to take a chance on a youngster in the interim.
There are plenty of intriguing D-League prospects available. And there's no denying New York still has roster flexibility, which would be a shame to waste. It'd be very worthwhile to sign a small handful of prospects to successive ten-day contracts to explore potential talent for the future.
The minutes might not be available now, but some assignment time with the D-League squad (and potential time with New York in practice) could be enough to help the Knicks decide who they want to hold onto and/or give an extended look to during NBA Summer League and/or training camp next season -- something they've done when examining players like Ricky Ledo and Thanasis Antetokounmpo in recent months.
Are Knicks looking for an injection of youth?
Among the players interested in joining the Knicks are former 76ers point guard Tony Wroten and Jimmer Fredette, who has been playing for their D-League affiliate in Westchester.
At 22-22, such restraint says a lot about where the Knicks are (and perhaps the direction they're headed) at this point in time. Things are moving in a very positive direction as players are beginning to understand their respective roles. More importantly, the players are becoming increasingly more dependable when called upon. New York brass finally appears to have faith in the group they have and there's no reason to rock the boat.
Still, as Marc Berman notes, the team could slook to take a chance on a youngster in the interim.
There are plenty of intriguing D-League prospects available. And there's no denying New York still has roster flexibility, which would be a shame to waste. It'd be very worthwhile to sign a small handful of prospects to successive ten-day contracts to explore potential talent for the future.
The minutes might not be available now, but some assignment time with the D-League squad (and potential time with New York in practice) could be enough to help the Knicks decide who they want to hold onto and/or give an extended look to during NBA Summer League and/or training camp next season -- something they've done when examining players like Ricky Ledo and Thanasis Antetokounmpo in recent months.
Are Knicks looking for an injection of youth?
Miles Davis
Prince of Darkness
Man, this season I've really been dying to see some games. The waits have been killing me.
Ironman
#Knickstape
Bruh was just thinking I'm excited for games again despite the frustrations this year this season has been Goat!
KnickstapeCity
The Big Dikk King
Bruh was just thinking I'm excited for games again despite the frustrations this year this season has been Goat!
Hopefully tonight's game doesn't get postponed.
Miles Davis
Prince of Darkness
It won't, we never get hit hard. Media hype up storms all the time.
Hopefully tonight's game doesn't get postponed.
Knicksman20
Superstar
Coming into last offseason, the biggest objective for the Knicks was to provide Carmelo Anthony with the support he needed and deserved. The star forward took a leap of faith by re-signing with New York and trusting Phil Jackson the previous summer. It was time for the Knicks' president to come through on his end of the bargain.
With a wealth of cap space, the team's biggest pull was Arron Afflalo and Robin Lopez, in addition to drafting Kristaps Porzingis and (trading for) Jerian Grant. Clearly, Jackson didn't help the Knicks make quite the splash many expected them to, but it's worked out, nonetheless.
Afflalo and Porzingis have headlined a rather clutch supporting cast for Anthony, coming through more than most expected them to. As the team's second-leading scorer, Afflalo is averaging 14.2 points on an ever efficient 47% from the field, 37% from beyond the arc, and 86% from the charity stripe. He's been an ideal secondary scorer, but has still proven to easily shoulder the load on offense when Anthony ices over or is forced to sit out.
Porzingis' own respective prowess has proven him to be a clutch performer as well. He's posting 14 points, 7.9 rebounds, and two blocks per contest, serving as a versatile performer and impacting the game in different ways. His popularity has risen to earn him the fourth most popular jersey in the NBA, and he's even garnering some All-Star Game consideration much earlier than expected.
Both players fit rather well in New York. Porzingis is obviously just beginning his career, but even in the case of Afflalo, it's easy to see him playing alongside Anthony, Porzingis, and Co. for years to come. The guard holds a player option for next season.
Porzingis and Afflalo's production is putting some very positive pressure on Jackson, who will have decisions to make about the Knicks' roster this coming offseason.
Aside from Lopez, whose contract length and salary was more or less predetermined by the market unfolding before him, Jackson made a conscious effort not to overpay for "big" names or offer unreasonable contracts. He aimed to provide the Knicks with some healthy flexibility.
Porzingis rising up as a likely perennial all-star, sooner, rather than later, not only gives the Knicks a reliable and productive performer, but also a very attractive recruiting piece to entice prospective players. Should the likes of Afflalo and Derrick Williams decline their player options, the team will have just under an estimated $15 million in cap room. All of that cannot go to one single free agent, if the Knicks prefer not to fill out the rest of its roster with minimum contracts.
Initially, perhaps the Knicks were gearing up to target somewhat of a "big name" free agent in 2016. But it appears as though they are close enough to real contention as currently constructed. New York should want Afflalo to exercise his option. If he doesn't, re-signing him should be a priority. Williams' scoring boost off the bench also makes him an appealing player to return. The Knicks should also be prepared to explore re-signing Lance Thomas this summer.
But have no fear. The Knicks are in fact headed in the right direction, and should at this point, know full well what they still need. Boston Celtics' point guard Isaiah Thomas has run circles around Jose Calderon multiple times over the last two seasons. While he's emerged as a deserving all-star and might not be available, its clear New York is in dire need of a floor general who can penetrate, distribute, defend, and read opposing defenses like he does. A similar point guard should undoubtedly be a target.
Jackson might not have the most attractive assets to offer teams when exploring a potential trade, but they are flexible pieces, nonetheless. Included are the likes of Calderon's soon-to-be expiring contract, Kyle O'Quinn, and Cleanthony Early's favorable upcoming team option. And while Lopez has shown some flashes of positive production here and there, he hasn't proven to be outright crucial to the team's success just yet. A productive center with a reasonable contract and three years left on his deal may be appealing for other teams.
Such players (in addition to potential future picks, within reason) should be what Jackson looks to move in hoping to improve his squad. Luckily for him, he got it right with Afflalo and Porzingis. Plenty had doubts in Jackson's draft selection, but the big man has passed his test so far with flying colors. Despite being considered a backup signing of sorts, Afflalo has also helped the Knicks soar to new heights.
Both players, alongside Anthony, have the Knicks gunning, not only in a positive direction, but an obvious one. What comes next should be clear.
How the Knicks got it right with Porzingis and Afflalo
With a wealth of cap space, the team's biggest pull was Arron Afflalo and Robin Lopez, in addition to drafting Kristaps Porzingis and (trading for) Jerian Grant. Clearly, Jackson didn't help the Knicks make quite the splash many expected them to, but it's worked out, nonetheless.
Afflalo and Porzingis have headlined a rather clutch supporting cast for Anthony, coming through more than most expected them to. As the team's second-leading scorer, Afflalo is averaging 14.2 points on an ever efficient 47% from the field, 37% from beyond the arc, and 86% from the charity stripe. He's been an ideal secondary scorer, but has still proven to easily shoulder the load on offense when Anthony ices over or is forced to sit out.
Porzingis' own respective prowess has proven him to be a clutch performer as well. He's posting 14 points, 7.9 rebounds, and two blocks per contest, serving as a versatile performer and impacting the game in different ways. His popularity has risen to earn him the fourth most popular jersey in the NBA, and he's even garnering some All-Star Game consideration much earlier than expected.
Both players fit rather well in New York. Porzingis is obviously just beginning his career, but even in the case of Afflalo, it's easy to see him playing alongside Anthony, Porzingis, and Co. for years to come. The guard holds a player option for next season.
Porzingis and Afflalo's production is putting some very positive pressure on Jackson, who will have decisions to make about the Knicks' roster this coming offseason.
Aside from Lopez, whose contract length and salary was more or less predetermined by the market unfolding before him, Jackson made a conscious effort not to overpay for "big" names or offer unreasonable contracts. He aimed to provide the Knicks with some healthy flexibility.
Porzingis rising up as a likely perennial all-star, sooner, rather than later, not only gives the Knicks a reliable and productive performer, but also a very attractive recruiting piece to entice prospective players. Should the likes of Afflalo and Derrick Williams decline their player options, the team will have just under an estimated $15 million in cap room. All of that cannot go to one single free agent, if the Knicks prefer not to fill out the rest of its roster with minimum contracts.
Initially, perhaps the Knicks were gearing up to target somewhat of a "big name" free agent in 2016. But it appears as though they are close enough to real contention as currently constructed. New York should want Afflalo to exercise his option. If he doesn't, re-signing him should be a priority. Williams' scoring boost off the bench also makes him an appealing player to return. The Knicks should also be prepared to explore re-signing Lance Thomas this summer.
But have no fear. The Knicks are in fact headed in the right direction, and should at this point, know full well what they still need. Boston Celtics' point guard Isaiah Thomas has run circles around Jose Calderon multiple times over the last two seasons. While he's emerged as a deserving all-star and might not be available, its clear New York is in dire need of a floor general who can penetrate, distribute, defend, and read opposing defenses like he does. A similar point guard should undoubtedly be a target.
Jackson might not have the most attractive assets to offer teams when exploring a potential trade, but they are flexible pieces, nonetheless. Included are the likes of Calderon's soon-to-be expiring contract, Kyle O'Quinn, and Cleanthony Early's favorable upcoming team option. And while Lopez has shown some flashes of positive production here and there, he hasn't proven to be outright crucial to the team's success just yet. A productive center with a reasonable contract and three years left on his deal may be appealing for other teams.
Such players (in addition to potential future picks, within reason) should be what Jackson looks to move in hoping to improve his squad. Luckily for him, he got it right with Afflalo and Porzingis. Plenty had doubts in Jackson's draft selection, but the big man has passed his test so far with flying colors. Despite being considered a backup signing of sorts, Afflalo has also helped the Knicks soar to new heights.
Both players, alongside Anthony, have the Knicks gunning, not only in a positive direction, but an obvious one. What comes next should be clear.
How the Knicks got it right with Porzingis and Afflalo
We should have at least two roster spots filled up right now to replace Sasha and Cleanthony (injured) for a wing and a penetrating point guard. The bottom of the roster has been horrible and we should've offered some D League players some ten days by now.
We should have at least two roster spots filled up right now to replace Sasha and Cleanthony (injured) for a wing and a penetrating point guard. The bottom of the roster has been horrible and we should've offered some D League players some ten days by now.
I don't know.
It seems gone are the days that we pick up players just to see what sticks
It looks like management is very concerned with NOT upsetting the chemistry that's been built up by this squad. I'm supporting the cautious approach with respect to signings.
Blatt is unemployed....