New York Knicks: 5 Reasons To Select Malik Monk In 2017 NBA Draft

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Dec 7, 2016; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Malik Monk (5) makes a lay up against Valparaiso Crusaders guard Micah Bradford (1) and guard Lexus Williams (15) and center Derrik Smits (21) in the second half at Rupp Arena. Kentucky defeated Valparaiso 87-63. Mandatory Credit: Mark Zerof-USA TODAY Sports /

1. Scoring Instincts

As previously alluded to, Malik Monk is a superb 3-point shooter and an elite athlete. Those are intriguing truths, but they don’t guarantee that Monk knows what to do with those strengths—and that’s the difference between a shooter and a scorer.

Fortunately for the New York Knicks, Monk has the scoring instincts of a star-caliber player, and that could translate to the next level.

Grand a catch-and-shoot maestro as he may be, Monk is a shot-maker of the highest prospect-level caliber. His explosive first step and never-ending leaping ability enable him to glide through the paint and finish in traffic.

His shooting ability ranges beyond spotting up, as he consistently created off the bounce and successfully went up into his midrange jumper while on the move.

Beyond having the ability to put points on the board, Monk shows no fear when his number is called in that regard. He proved to have the clutch gene on more than one occasion, and actively seeks out ways to create scoring opportunities.

During his unforgettable freshman season, Monk had a 47-point game, four games with at least 30 points, and 19 games with at least 20 points.

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If the New York Knicks are looking for a perimeter scorer to complement Kristaps Porzingis and Willy Hernangomez, few are more qualified in the 2017 NBA Draft than Malik Monk.

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