3. Defensive Potential
NBA organizations have long coveted players who can defend multiple positions at a high level. That versatility is difficult to find, especially at a time when the lines have been blurred as it pertains to what the positions are.
Between his size, strength, length, and agility, Damien Inglis has the potential to defend at least two positions on a consistent basis.
Inglis has the size and strength to defend the post, which gives him intriguing value at the 4. He also has the length—7’3″ wingspan—to block shots, deter slashers, and recover quickly when out of position.
That size and length also enables him to become a quality pick and roll defender, albeit with a need to change direction with improved agility.
Along the perimeter, Inglis’ length and near 9’0″ standing reach enables him to be a force of nature. He can pick an opponent’s pocket, dominate the passing lanes, keep slashers in front of him, and adequately contest jump shots from virtually every small forward in the NBA.
It’s all a matter of putting it all together—something that head coach Jeff Hornacek could help the newest member of the New York Knicks do. See: P.J. Tucker.