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New York Knicks: NBA 2K19 ratings predictions and analysis

By Alex Rubinfeld

PARIS, FRANCE - NOVEMBER 02: Gamers play the video game "NBA 2K18" developed by Visual Concepts and published by 2K Sports on Sony PlayStation game consoles PS4 Pro during the 'Paris Games Week' on November 02, 2017 in Paris, France. 'Paris Games Week' is an international trade fair for video games and runs from November 01 to November 05, 2017. (Photo by Chesnot/Getty Images)
PARIS, FRANCE - NOVEMBER 02: Gamers play the video game "NBA 2K18" developed by Visual Concepts and published by 2K Sports on Sony PlayStation game consoles PS4 Pro during the 'Paris Games Week' on November 02, 2017 in Paris, France. 'Paris Games Week' is an international trade fair for video games and runs from November 01 to November 05, 2017. (Photo by Chesnot/Getty Images) /
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PHILADELPHIA, PA – MARCH 28: Luke Kornet #2 of the New York Knicks shoots the ball against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on March 28, 2018 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PA – MARCH 28: Luke Kornet #2 of the New York Knicks shoots the ball against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on March 28, 2018 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images) /

Luke Kornet

2K18 Rating: 65
2K19 Predicted Rating: 68

After Porzingis went down for the season for tearing his ACL, and Noah having conflicts with Hornacek, the New York Knicks needed to find some depth at the center position.

With Luke Kornet, they were able to find a young project who has the potential to have an expanded role in the future.

When Kornet was given the opportunity, he was able to display a rare combination of range and shot-blocking ability that’s becoming a trend with big men in today’s game.

Honestly, I don’t expect 2K to pay much mind to Kornet as he’s still low on the Knicks’ depth chart, but I do think he deserves a ratings boost after a solid first year.

Allonzo Trier

2K18 Rating: N/A
2K19 Predicted Rating: 66

Besides Kevin Knox and Mitchell Robinson balling out at Summer League, the Knicks were able to find another bright spot in Allonzo Trier. His offensive game was exceptional with his ability to drive to the basket, run in transition and hit the midrange with a smooth stroke.

Though his production in Summer League was nice to see, it’s still Summer League. Just like other undrafted rookies, Trier will find himself in the mid-60s range.

This is obviously subject to change, but it seems likely that he’ll find himself at the bottom of the guard depth chart, and will mainly be playing for the Westchester Knicks to start the season.

Isaiah Hicks

2K18 Rating: 65
2K19 Predicted Rating: 63

In his first year, Isaiah Hicks was seen on the floor more often due to the Porzingis injury mentioned before. With that opportunity, Hicks was able to show some signs of potentially becoming a role player in the making, but still needs a lot of work to his game.

Overall, he will need to keep working and proving that he deserves to stay with the New York Knicks.

Must Read: Is the Mitchell Robinson to Clint Capela comparison fair?

Until then, I predict his overall rating decreased from last season.

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