New York Knicks: 5 Reasons To Select Luke Kennard In 2017 NBA Draft

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Mar 19, 2017; Greenville, SC, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Luke Kennard (5) shoots the ball against South Carolina Gamecocks guard Sindarius Thornwell (0) during the first half in the second round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports /

3. Shooting Ability

The New York Knicks enter the 2017 NBA offseason as one of the worst shooting teams in the Association. New York ranked No. 21 in 3-point field goal percentage and No. 24 in 3-point field goals made during the 2016-17 regular season.

If there’s only one area in which Luke Kennard would be of aid to the Knicks, it’s with his ability to consistently knock down the 3-point shot.

Kennard finished his sophomore season with 88 3-point field goals made on 43.8 percent shooting from beyond the arc. He knocked the 3-ball down at clips of 2.4 made per game and 2.7 converted per 40 minutes.

As the numbers clearly display, Kennard is capable of getting his shot off over smaller defenders and converting with elite efficiency.

Kennard moved well without the ball, which will hold opposing defenses accountable in the NBA. He also displayed an ability to pull up off the bounce, which was a primary source of his offense, namely when operating from midrange.

Kennard’s ability to shoot from all over the floor would not only help any NBA team, but would fit perfectly within the triangle offense.

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