New York Knicks: 2018 NBA Draft targets who stepped up on Mar. 18

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SAN DIEGO, CA – MARCH 18: Jevon Carter #2 of the West Virginia Mountaineers shoots against Ajdin Penava #11 of the Marshall Thundering Herd in the first half during the second round of the 2018 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament at Viejas Arena on March 18, 2018 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) /

With championship contenders falling at every turn, senior point guard Jevon Carter made sure the West Virginia Mountaineers wouldn’t face that same fate. Matched up against a bitter rival in the Marshall Thundering Herd, Carter dominated on both ends of the floor.

In the only region of the bracket where madness hasn’t entirely ensued, Carter sent the Mountaineers to the Sweet 16 with an unforgettable performance.

Carter went off to the tune of 28 points, five assists, four rebounds, and four steals in just 29 minutes of court time. He shot 10-of-18 from the field, 5-of-7 from beyond the three-point line, and 3-of-3 from the free throw line.

Considering Carter committed just one turnover and two personal fouls, the word, “Efficient,” doesn’t even begin to explain his brilliance.

Carter put his team on his back and carried it to success on both ends of the floor. For the New York Knicks, this should serve as further proof that Carter can be a Jameer Nelson type of point guard on offense and a hound defensively.

Whether he’s a career backup or a potential starter, Carter has the tools to carve out a long and prosperous career in the NBA—no matter where he’s drafted.

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