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New York Knicks: Who Stepped Up Against The Golden State Warriors?

By Maxwell Ogden

Nov 30, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; New York Knicks guard Justin Holiday (8) during a game at Target Center. The Knicks defeated the Timberwolves 106-104. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 30, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; New York Knicks guard Justin Holiday (8) during a game at Target Center. The Knicks defeated the Timberwolves 106-104. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports /
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December 15, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; New York Knicks center Willy Hernangomez (14) shoots the basketball against Golden State Warriors forward David West (3) during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
December 15, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; New York Knicks center Willy Hernangomez (14) shoots the basketball against Golden State Warriors forward David West (3) during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports /

Willy Hernangomez

Kevin McHale is one of the greatest post players in NBA history. The Boston Celtics legend had impeccable footwork, a seemingly endless arsenal of moves, and an uncanny ability to finish against length and through contact.

Having established that, it was nothing short of incredible to listen to McHale praise Willy Hernangomez for his footwork in the post.

Hernangomez stepped up with eight points, 10 rebounds, one offensive board, two assists, and a block in 21 minutes. He shot 4-of-8 from the field, but it was more about the shots he made than the number of shots converted.

Hernangomez consistently attacked with his back to the basket and pulled out a number of fantastic finishes with both hands.

Hernangomez had a gorgeous finish with his left hand late in the fourth quarter and made an even prettier move in the first. He was also active in transition and played with heart and physicality on the defensive end.

Though the Knicks lost by 13 points, Hernangomez stepped up and achieved a +/- of +9 in his 21 minutes of court time.

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