New York Knicks: Top 10 2018 NBA Draft options as of the Final Four

The Kentucky Wildcats have consistently produced prospects whom teams have been quick to select in the NBA Draft. If the New York Knicks are hoping to address the void at small forward, then the Kentucky well may be one worth reaching back into.

Kevin Knox is more of a hybrid forward than a true 3, but that versatility may actually appeal to the Knicks come the 2018 NBA Draft.

Knox is a powerful athlete with an ideal combination of size and length for either forward position at 6’9″ with a 7’0″ wingspan. That enables the freshman phenom to defend players at all three frontcourt positions, as well as switching against the pick and roll.

Offensively, that enables him to finish at the rim with both power and finesse—with the latter being a product of his well-rounded finishing ability.

It’s unclear if Knox has the handle to attack a set defense, but he can shoot the three-ball or attack a closeout. He’s also a force in transition, which could make him a perfect fit in the open court alongside shooting guard Tim Hardaway Jr.

Even if Knox were to become more of a stretch 4 than a true 3, that could enable Kristaps Porzingis to make the move to center that many have been waiting for.