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New York Knicks: Who stepped up on opening night against the Hawks?

By Rob Wolkenbrod

NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 17: Tim Hardaway Jr. #3 of the New York Knicks and Kent Bazemore #24 of the Atlanta Hawks pursue th eloose ball at Madison Square Garden on October 17, 2018 in New York City. 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. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 17: Tim Hardaway Jr. #3 of the New York Knicks and Kent Bazemore #24 of the Atlanta Hawks pursue th eloose ball at Madison Square Garden on October 17, 2018 in New York City. 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. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images) /
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NEW YORK, NY – OCTOBER 17: Allonzo Trier #14 of the New York Knicks dunks the ball against the Atlanta Hawks during the game on October 17, 2018 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, 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 Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images) /

2. Allonzo Trier

Robinson and Mitchell Robinson received all the hype in the draft and the season previews, but Allozno Trier has acted as the star rookie for the New York Knicks, at least through the preseason. However, Wednesday’s season opener proved, for now, that it wasn’t an anomaly.

Trier flashed the ball dominance that put him on the map earlier this month, especially when the Knicks’ scoring options were in question with certain lineups on the floor.

The issues were patched up, as Trier found his way to the hoop and pulled up for those soon-to-be trademark mid-range shots. Not the ideal takes in the modern-day NBA, but there’s no reason to think he can’t hit them so far.

The highlight-reel plays also returned when Trier soared through the Hawks’ defense for a quarter-ending dunk that brought the Knicks’ bench, and the crowd, to its feet.

Trier’s play warrants starting minutes, but until someone falters or suffers an injury, there’s no room for “Iso Zo.” Though, a spot start down the line would not be a surprise, especially if nights like this continue.

Out of the main lineup, Trier can provide the necessary bench spark throughout the season. If Kevin Knox finds his groove, these two would provide a two-headed scoring monster that solves some of the team’s scoring questions.

Trier’s game-to-game play is something to monitor during his allotted 45 days on the main roster. What will he do in his next performance?

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