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New York Knicks: 2017 NBA Draft Targets Who Aren’t Point Guards

By Maxwell Ogden

Feb 28, 2017; Durham, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Jayson Tatum (0) shoots over Florida State Seminoles forward Jonathan Isaac (1) in the second half at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Dolejs-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 28, 2017; Durham, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Jayson Tatum (0) shoots over Florida State Seminoles forward Jonathan Isaac (1) in the second half at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Dolejs-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mar 19, 2017; Tulsa, OK, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Josh Jackson (11) reacts during the second half against the Michigan State Spartans in the second round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center. Kansas defeated Michigan State 90-70. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 19, 2017; Tulsa, OK, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Josh Jackson (11) reacts during the second half against the Michigan State Spartans in the second round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center. Kansas defeated Michigan State 90-70. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports /

Josh Jackson, Kansas Jayhawks

Position: Guard/Forward
Age: 20 (2/10/1997)
Height, Weight, Wingspan: 6’7.75″, 203 pounds, 6’9.75″
2016-17 Slash Line: .513/.378/.566
2016-17 Season Averages: 30.8 MPG, 16.3 PPG, 7.4 RPG, 3.0 APG, 1.7 SPG, 1.1 BPG, 1.0 3PM

The Kansas Jayhawks were one of the best teams in the country during the 2016-17 college basketball season. One of the driving forces behind Kansas’ success was freshman phenom and defensive ace Josh Jackson.

Considering the New York Knicks need a true two-way star at a perimeter position in order for the triangle offense to properly function, Jackson should be on the radar.

Jackson’s upside is that of a potential NBA superstar as a legitimate two-way player with explosive athleticism and an intriguing skill set. His jump shot is still a work in progress, but he can create penetration, facilitate, and defend multiple positions.

That’s a unique combination of traits for a wing player, and it’s why the Knicks should give serious consideration to drafting him.

On the defensive end of the floor, Jackson does an outstanding job of keeping slashers in front of him and shooters within arm’s reach. On offense, he has the tools to be a high-level scorer and a consistent contributor as a facilitator.

Jackson is still somewhat raw offensively, but the foundation is in place for him to become a pillar of the triangle offense.

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