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New York Knicks: Predicting 2016-17 Statistical Leaders

By Geoffrey Campbell

Feb 26, 2016; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks forward Kristaps Porzingis (6) slam dunks the ball against the Orlando Magic during the second half at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks defeated the Magic 108-95. Mandatory Credit: Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 26, 2016; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks forward Kristaps Porzingis (6) slam dunks the ball against the Orlando Magic during the second half at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks defeated the Magic 108-95. Mandatory Credit: Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 13, 2016; Brooklyn, NY, USA; New York Knicks power forward Kristaps Porzingis (6) dunks over Brooklyn Nets center Andrea Bargnani (9) and guard Shane Larkin (0) and guard Sergey Karasev (10) during the fourth quarter at Barclays Center. The Nets defeated the Knicks 110-104. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 13, 2016; Brooklyn, NY, USA; New York Knicks power forward Kristaps Porzingis (6) dunks over Brooklyn Nets center Andrea Bargnani (9) and guard Shane Larkin (0) and guard Sergey Karasev (10) during the fourth quarter at Barclays Center. The Nets defeated the Knicks 110-104. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports /

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2015-2016: Carmelo Anthony – 7.7 RPG

Prediction for 2016-2017: Kristaps Porzingis – 8.5 RPG

The 21-year old Kristaps Porzingis comes into the 2016-2017 season as one of the more highly-touted young players in the league. Last season, Porzingis amazed fans with his unique skill set on both sides of the ball.

Most people will predict that Joakim Noah will lead the Knicks in rebounds, however, coming off shoulder surgery and a disappointing season with the Bulls, fans will have to wait and see how healthy and stable Noah can be. Porzingis will also spend some time at the center position, allowing him to use even more of his height and length to clean up the boards.

A healthy Noah has a very good chance, but Porzingis is the safer bet.

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