the New York Knicks select:
New York Knicks - Brandon Jennings (G/Italy)
There is a lot of talk about how this is a weak draft. It may be true in ways, but this draft is really rich in point guard prospects (and of course, point guard is the most important position in the game). Just look at the guys who look like they could lead teams in the NBA for years: Rubio, Jennings, Evans, Ty Lawson, Jeff Teague, Steph Curry, Jonny Flynn, and even Eric Maynor as a sleeper. That is quality, when you consider how many teams need point guards. There are many chances for success in this draft.
So, the Knicks need a point guard. The guards on their roster right now are: Nate Robinson, Quentin Richardson, Cuttino Mobley, Wilson Chandler, Chris Duhon, and Larry Hughes. Re-read that list. They are fragile, old, and overrated at the guard position. They need somebody dynamic who can come in, get instant minutes, and possibly develop into a superstar.
I really wanted to pick Jonny Flynn here but I don't think he's the right pick. Brandon Jennings was a top point guard recruit coming out of high school and skipped college to play in Europe. He didn't play extremely well over there, but it is difficult on kids out of high school. He's a quick, lithe guard who excels in the open court game that Coach D'Antoni wants to run. He is also a naturally gifted defender, something lacking among Knicks guards right now. The Knicks dream here seems to be to find a way to get Rubio; if they can do that, I might be a Knicks fan for life. However, that seems unlikely, and Jennings is the next best thing for them.
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Can't wait to see where Steph Curry goes!
ReplyDeleteI wouldn't say that the draft is exceptionally weak. I think it's middle heavy. There aren't a lot of stars in this draft so 1-10 I think it's weak. But I think it is deep in contributors. I think guys going 10-20 will contribute to their teams. These are guys that may go on to have successful careers.
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