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Westchester Knicks: Top 3 Moments Franchise History

By Chris Priczak

Jan 7, 2015; Washington, DC, USA; New York Knicks guard Langston Galloway (2) looks to pass as Washington Wizards forward Drew Gooden (90) defends during the fourth quarter at Verizon Center. Washington Wizards defeated New York Knicks 101-91. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 7, 2015; Washington, DC, USA; New York Knicks guard Langston Galloway (2) looks to pass as Washington Wizards forward Drew Gooden (90) defends during the fourth quarter at Verizon Center. Washington Wizards defeated New York Knicks 101-91. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports /
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3. Making The Playoffs, Part I

The Westchester Knicks had a horrendous first season in the D-League. By winning 10 games in their first season, the Knicks were looking for an improvement in year two. That’s exactly what Westchester accomplished during the 2015-16 season.

The Knicks turnaround started at the 2015 D-League Draft.

With the Idaho Stampede finishing the season with nine wins, the Stampede were given the first overall pick. After Idaho selected former NBA Champion Jeff Ayres with the first pick, Westchester was on the clock.

With that pick, the team selected former NBA guard Jimmer Fredette. Along with adding Fredette to the roster, Jordon Crawford and Kevin Capers were a part of Westchester’s 2015 draft class.

The Dub Knicks started off the 2015-16 season with a bang. Westchester won its first six games, which included Fredette’s debut against the Grand Rapids Drive.

Not only did the former BYU star drop 37 points, but he dished out eight assists and nabbed four rebounds.

That was only the beginning for the 6’2″ guard. Not only did he show improvements in his game throughout the season, but his productivity helped boost the Knicks.

Along with Fredette, there were a few returning players that helped the team.

Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Jordan Bachynski were two players who showcased their defensive abilities during the season. Bachynski was known for his presence in the paint, as he had the ability to swat away shots at a moment’s notice.

That part of his game was evident throughout the season.

The Maine Red Claws took notice of Bachynski when he blocked six shots against them in December of 2015.

Along with the six blocked shots, the 7’2″ center added 31 points and seven rebounds. “BLOCKchynski” had a solid season, which led to him being named as a replacement in the D-League All-Star Game.

Bachynski, along with Fredette, represent Westchester in the All-Star Game. He totaled 10 points and two rebounds in 13 minutes of action.

Next: No. 3: Part II

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