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New York Knicks Should Re-Sign Derrick Williams

By Maxwell Ogden

Jan 20, 2016; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks forward Derrick Williams (23) after making a three-point shot against the Utah Jazz during the overtime of an NBA basketball game at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks defeated the Jazz 118-111 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 20, 2016; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks forward Derrick Williams (23) after making a three-point shot against the Utah Jazz during the overtime of an NBA basketball game at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks defeated the Jazz 118-111 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 31, 2015; Washington, DC, USA; New York Knicks forward Derrick Williams (23) is fouled by Washington Wizards center Marcin Gortat (13) while attempting to dunk the ball in the third quarter at Verizon Center. The Knicks won 113-110. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 31, 2015; Washington, DC, USA; New York Knicks forward Derrick Williams (23) is fouled by Washington Wizards center Marcin Gortat (13) while attempting to dunk the ball in the third quarter at Verizon Center. The Knicks won 113-110. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports /

Motion Offense

Pushing the tempo and running the pick-and-roll are two fundamental aspects of Jeff Hornacek’s offense. He’ll incorporate elements of the Triangle Offense, but the foundation for his system has been defined as the previously alluded to traits.

The more accurate depiction of Hornacek’s offense, however, is that it relies on trust, communication, constant motion, and accountability.

One of the biggest issues with the New York Knicks’ offense in 2015-16 was the absence of motion. That severely damaged the effectiveness of athletic players like Derrick Williams, who aren’t very effective when stationary.

Hornacek’s offense can go a long way towards enabling Williams to receive efficient scoring opportunities.

Williams is the perfect player to work the base line, run the rim, and crash the offensive glass. He’s more skilled than most 6’9″ players, possessing a spin move and a power that enable him to get to the basket.

Perhaps the best example of how this helped Williams is how it helped another elite athlete whom Hornacek once coached.

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