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New York Knicks: Can Allonzo Trier make an All-Rookie team?

By Rob Wolkenbrod

BROOKLYN, NY - OCTOBER 19: Allonzo Trier #14 of the New York Knicks handles the ball against the Brooklyn Nets on October 19, 2018 at Barclays Center 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 Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)
BROOKLYN, NY - OCTOBER 19: Allonzo Trier #14 of the New York Knicks handles the ball against the Brooklyn Nets on October 19, 2018 at Barclays Center 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 Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images) /
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NEW YORK, NY – OCTOBER 20: Allonzo Trier #14 of the New York Knicks shoots a three point basket against the Boston Celtics on October 20, 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)
NEW YORK, NY – OCTOBER 20: Allonzo Trier #14 of the New York Knicks shoots a three point basket against the Boston Celtics on October 20, 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) /

It’s early, but the New York Knicks’ standout rookie, Allonzo Trier, has the chance to make an All-Rookie team in 2018-19.

The New York Knicks rookie class for 2018-19 was expected to see Kevin Knox and Mitchell Robinson headline it. Both players stood out in Summer League and carried expectations into the fall, but neither became the most intriguing first-year player of the group.

Allonzo Trier, an undrafted free agent, received the most recognition of this trio. due to his play in the preseason and first three games of the 2018-19 campaign.

It started with head coach David Fizfale’s high remarks, according to the New York Post, and translated to the court soon after, with progress in each game and no sign of slowing down, no matter who the opponent is.

If Trier produces positive results consistently, it could result in league-wide recognition by season’s end. Rookie of the Year is the top prize for first-year players, but 10 will become part of either the First or Second All-Rookie team. All spots are up for grabs, so can the 22-year-old play his way into one of these groups?

3. Scoring ability

Since the first preseason game, Allonzo Trier has shown the ability to score on and off the dribble for the New York Knicks and with ease at times. It was on display in each meaningless game, and once the meaningful matchups arrived, the level of play didn’t stop.

Through three games, Trier has averaged 12.7 points on 42.3 percent shooting and 42.9 percent from three-point range. The former might not show efficiency, but it was due to the second game, which saw him shoot just 2-for-8 from the field.

Via any point on the court, though, the Arizona product has showcased the ability to score. Even using his athleticism to drive to the hoop for layups for emphatic slams, including this soaring slam through the lane on opening night.

With Trier’s shown ability over the past month, there’s no reason to think his early success scoring the ball is a fluke. The Knicks coaching staff seemingly has confidence in the first-year man’s game, given the green light to shoot the ball at 8.7 field goal attempts per game.

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