New York Knicks: Top 5 Free Agent Small Forwards

3. Harrison Barnes, RFA

2015-16 Team: Golden State Warriors

Age: 23

Slash Line: .466/.383/.761

Season Averages: 30.9 MPG, 11.7 PPG, 4.9 RPG, 1.8 APG, 1.2 3PM

Lost in the hype surrounding Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and Klay Thompson is the player Harrison Barnes has become. He’s a positionally versatile defender with a well-rounded skill set and a tendency to step up and hit big shots in critical moments.

It may not make much sense to shell out big money to a small forward, but if Carmelo Anthony isn’t a part of the future, Barnes would be a smart investment.

Barnes is a very good shooter, as evidenced by his 169 3-point field goals made on 39.4 percent shooting from beyond the arc over the past two seasons. He converted 37.8 percent of his 98 corner 3 attempts in 2015-16, and has proven capable of playing power forward.

Whether he’s a stretch 4 or a small forward, Barnes can space the floor and shot a blistering 46.6 percent from midrange—two skills that make him a perfect fit for the Triangle Offense.

Barnes’ defensive versatility is quite intriguing, as well. Still only 23 years old, he’s embraced a demanding role in which he must defend players at both the 3 and 4, and has even spotted minutes stepping up to try his luck against shooting guards.

The New York Knicks wouldn’t sign Barnes if Anthony is on the roster, but if he isn’t a part of Jackson’s long-term vision, Barnes could be.

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