According to ESPN's rankings, the Knicks have six players in the top 100 NBA players to enter this season.
The magazine has announced its rankings from No. 11 to No. 100, and the Knicks have already named six players, led by All-Star point guard Jalen Brunson, who is ranked No. 12. It will be announced in the coming days.
Rookies Karl-Anthony Towns (30) and Mikal Bridges (38) are also on the list, along with OG Anunoby (51), Josh Hart (61) and injured center Mitchell Robinson. (82 years old) followed.
The versatile Hart, ranked No. 91 entering last season, was described as a Swiss Army knife in an accompanying online article.
“Yeah, I can do a lot of things,” Hart said after Wednesday's practice. “I hit 3-of-4 shots.” [preseason] Even in games, he is still able to play effectively with defense and rebounding. I think he had four or five assists in those games just by making smart IQ plays.
“So I think it's definitely a good fit. Whatever you need that night, I can give you. It's a Swiss Army knife.”
Robinson was ranked No. 82, six spots ahead of former teammate Isaiah Hartenstein, who signed with Oklahoma City in the offseason.
As Hart noted, he has only attempted four field goals and has yet to score in three games as part of the Knicks' 4-0 record heading into their final preseason game Friday in Washington. do not have.
However, he totaled 11 rebounds, nine assists, and two steals in 65 minutes.
“I don't think I was in position to take those shots,” Hart said. “I don't think I turned down any shots. I just don't think I was in a position to get an open position.”
Brunson on rookie point guard Tyler Kolek: “He's a player you've seen who doesn't speed up and works very hard on his game. He's a guy who's going to prove you wrong.” He's not trying to do anything, he's just showing why he's here. That's why I really like his way of thinking.”
