New York Knicks: Players Who Stepped Up Against Washington Wizards

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Oct 10, 2016; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks center Marshall Plumlee (40) dunks the ball as Washington Wizards guard Daniel House (4) defends during the fourth quarter at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks won 90-88. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports /

Marshall Plumlee

Willy Hernangomez and Marshall Plumlee have traded games during which they earned the respect and adoration of New York Knicks fans. After Hernangomez stepped up against the Brooklyn Nets, it was Plumlee’s turn against the Washington Wizards.

With a chance to become the backup center behind Joakim Noah, Plumlee stepped up and helped the Knicks close the 90-88 victory out.

Plumlee recorded six points, five rebounds, two offensive boards, and two assists in 18 minutes. He shot 3-of-4 from the field, accumulated a +/- of +4, and picked the perfect time to make his mark as a scorer.

With New York trailing 83-82 and just 1:17 remaining on the game clock, Plumlee proceeded to score four critical points in the span of 13 seconds.

Plumlee earned his NBA status by thriving at Duke in that very capacity. He’s a big-game player who’s at his best when the pressure has mounted and his teammates need him to make his mark on a game.

Despite the guaranteed money he’s owed, Plumlee isn’t guaranteed a roster spot in 2016-17. More performances like this could secure his place.

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