New York Knicks: 2017 NBA Draft Shooting Guards To Keep An Eye On

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Feb 4, 2017; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Villanova Wildcats guard Josh Hart (3) runs past St. John’s Red Storm forward Richard Freudenberg (20) for a score during the second half at Wells Fargo. The Villanova Wildcats won 92-79. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports /

The New York Knicks are on pace to secure a lottery pick in the 2017 NBA Draft. Which shooting guards should the Knicks be evaluating as March Madness nears?

The New York Knicks are approaching an offseason that will define Phil Jackson’s tenure as team president. The tone is rather negative at this point in time, as New York has yet to reach the NBA Playoffs under the Jackson regime.

With March Madness nearing and the 2017 NBA Draft beginning to take shape, however, the future could soon be saved and secured.

Having already evaluated the top point guards in the 2017 NBA Draft, it’s only fair to move on to shooting guard. There’s no guaranteeing that any of the players listed will live up to their potential, but all have upside worth exploring.

With Courtney Lee signed through 2019-20, the player acquired would have the time to develop naturally and avoid unrealistic immediate expectations.

In some instances, the shooting guards are explosive athletes with the tools to be high-quality scorers at the next level. In others, they’re two-way players who can fit the mold of a 3-and-D player.

The question for the New York Knicks is simple: who are the best shooting guards in the country and why should they be on the radar?

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