New York Knicks: Who Stepped Up Against The Atlanta Hawks?

By Maxwell Ogden | Nov 20, 2016

Nov 20, 2016; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) drives past Atlanta Hawks forward Paul Millsap (4) during the first quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports /

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Nov 20, 2016; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks guard Courtney Lee (5) passes in front of Atlanta Hawks center Dwight Howard (8) during the first quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Nov 20, 2016; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks guard Courtney Lee (5) passes in front of Atlanta Hawks center Dwight Howard (8) during the first quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports /

Courtney Lee

Courtney Lee has been mislabeled as a 3-and-D player for the better part of his NBA career. Though he is an effective 3-point shooter and a respectable defender, Lee is also a crafty ball-handler and high-quality athlete who can finish at the rim.

Lee put his full arsenal of skills on display against the Atlanta Hawks as he provided crucial minutes during the 10-point win.

Lee played a game-high 38 minutes—a mark matched by only the stars: Carmelo Anthony and Paul Millsap. During his time on the court, Lee recorded 14 points, five rebounds, one offensive board, five assists, and two steals.

Lee rounded out his brilliant showing by shooting 6-of-13 from the field and going 2-of-3 from beyond the arc.

Lee’s ability to facilitate has been a consistent factor throughout his career, even if he hasn’t received credit for it. He has a quick first step that enables him to create penetration and make plays on the drive.

If Lee can do this with consistency throughout the 2016-17 NBA regular season, then the Knicks will go to the playoffs.

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