New York Knicks: Players Who Stepped Up Against Detroit Pistons

Nov 1, 2016; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; New York Knicks forward Kyle O'Quinn (9) high fives guard Brandon Jennings (3) and center Joakim Noah (13) during the second quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 1, 2016; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; New York Knicks forward Kyle O'Quinn (9) high fives guard Brandon Jennings (3) and center Joakim Noah (13) during the second quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
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Nov 1, 2016; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; New York Knicks center Joakim Noah (13) drives to the basket as Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond (0) defends during the first quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 1, 2016; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; New York Knicks center Joakim Noah (13) drives to the basket as Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond (0) defends during the first quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Joakim Noah

New York Knicks starting center Joakim Noah is the perfect example of a player who doesn’t need to score in order to make an impact. He’s a dominant rebounder, an outstanding facilitator, and an influential defensive player who can take over in an unorthodox manner.

Though the Knicks’ defense wasn’t much of a factor against the Detroit Pistons, Noah managed to make his mark in the other areas.

Noah finished with just two points in 30 minutes, yet he still managed to flirt with a double-double. He finished with 12 rebounds, five offensive boards, eight assists, and two blocks in yet another well-rounded effort.

This marks the second consecutive game during which Noah has recorded at least 10 rebounds and seven assists.

Noah is one of the best rebounders in the NBA, but his effort against Detroit was especially impressive considering it was against Andre Drummond. He’s also one of the best passing big men in the NBA, which was confirmed during this performance.

Noah had five of the Knicks’ eight offensive rebounds and eight of their 18 assists during what should have been a win.