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New York Knicks: Summer League players who are under contract

By Maxwell Ogden

BROOKLYN, NY - JUNE 21: Kevin Knox talks to the media after being selected number nine overall by the New York Knicks on June 21, 2018 at Barclays Center during the 2018 NBA Draft in Brooklyn, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Michael J. LeBrecht II/NBAE via Getty Images)
BROOKLYN, NY - JUNE 21: Kevin Knox talks to the media after being selected number nine overall by the New York Knicks on June 21, 2018 at Barclays Center during the 2018 NBA Draft in Brooklyn, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Michael J. LeBrecht II/NBAE via Getty Images) /
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NEW YORK, NY – JUNE 21: Kevin Knox poses with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver after being drafted ninth overall by the New York Knicks during the 2018 NBA Draft at the Barclays Center on June 21, 2018 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NY – JUNE 21: Kevin Knox poses with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver after being drafted ninth overall by the New York Knicks during the 2018 NBA Draft at the Barclays Center on June 21, 2018 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images) /

3. player. 27. . Hybrid Forward. Rookie. Kevin Knox

When the New York Knicks take the floor at Summer League, all eyes will be on rookie forward Kevin Knox. New York selected Knox with the No. 9 pick in the 2018 NBA Draft, and did so under the belief that he can develop into a high-level two-way player.

It’d be irrational to expect Knox to showcase his full range of abilities as soon as Summer League, but the Knicks would certainly prefer to receive a positive sign of things to come.

Knox has a rare combination of size, length, athleticism, and skill, which is certainly reason to be intrigued. Standing at 6’9″ with a near 7’0″ wingspan and a 9’0″ standing reach, he has the physical tools to make a statement on defense at Summer League.

With proficiency as a catch and shoot marksman, versatility as a finisher at the rim, and elite potential in transition, Knox should thrive in this open court setting.

Knox doesn’t need to dominate, but it’d be nice to see him locked in on defense and aggressive in his shot selection. He projects to be one of New York’s franchise cornerstones, and maximizing his potential will require an understanding of what he currently brings to the table.

No matter what else transpires at Summer League, the Knicks will be heavily invested in how well—or poorly—Knox performs. He should shine.

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