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New York Knicks: Every Starter’s Most Underrated Skill

By Maxwell Ogden

Dec 26, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) prepares for a game against the Atlanta Hawks at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 26, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) prepares for a game against the Atlanta Hawks at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 14, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah (13) grabs a rebound during the third quarter of the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center. The Chicago Bulls won the game 115-111 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: John Geliebter-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 14, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah (13) grabs a rebound during the third quarter of the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center. The Chicago Bulls won the game 115-111 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: John Geliebter-USA TODAY Sports /

Joakim Noah

Position: Center
Age: 31 (2/25/1985)
Slash Line: .383/.000/.489
Season Averages: 21.9 MPG, 4.3 PPG, 8.8 RPG, 3.0 ORPG, 3.8 APG, 1.0 BPG

It’s no secret that Joakim Noah is one of the most revered defensive players of this generation. It’s also well-documented that Noah is an incredible passer who established his offensive value with his high assist numbers in 2013-14.

Perhaps the most underrated skill in Noah’s arsenal is the manner in which he dominates the offensive glass.

Noah justifiably receives mountains of praise for the way his relentless work ethic translates to the defensive end of the floor. He plays physically, throws his body around, and utilizes every ounce of energy that he has in his body.

The most severely understated benefit of Noah’s nonstop motor is the manner in which he controls the offensive glass.

Noah has averaged at least 3.0 offensive rebounds per game in eight consecutive seasons. That includes 2015-16, when he played just 21.9 minutes per game and still managed to pull down 3.0 offensive rebounds per contest.

Teams that create second chance scoring opportunities tend to fare well overall, and Noah is as reliable as they come at doing so.

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