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New York Knicks: 5 players for RJ Barrett to study during suspended play

By Maxwell Ogden

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 29: RJ Barrett #9 of the New York Knicks smiles in the final minute of the game against the Chicago Bulls at Madison Square Garden on February 29, 2020 in New York City.The New York Knicks defeated the Chicago Bulls 125-115.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 Elsa/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 29: RJ Barrett #9 of the New York Knicks smiles in the final minute of the game against the Chicago Bulls at Madison Square Garden on February 29, 2020 in New York City.The New York Knicks defeated the Chicago Bulls 125-115.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 Elsa/Getty Images) /
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LOS ANGELES, CA – APRIL 03: Tyrone Wallace #12 of the Los Angeles Clippers fouls Manu Ginobili #20 of the San Antonio Spurs as he drives to the basket in the first half of the game at Staples Center on April 3, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jayne Kamin-Oncea/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CA – APRIL 03: Tyrone Wallace #12 of the Los Angeles Clippers fouls Manu Ginobili #20 of the San Antonio Spurs as he drives to the basket in the first half of the game at Staples Center on April 3, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jayne Kamin-Oncea/Getty Images) /

Manu Ginobili

If you’re looking for a skilled southpaw for RJ Barrett to pattern his game after, look no further than Manu Ginobili. The four-time NBA Champion had a flawless skill set, highlighted by his ability to put the ball on the floor and create for himself and others.

That unique ability for a wing is exactly what Barrett has displayed, which makes the Ginobili film study essential—not only for 19-year-old, but any player.

Ginobili became a four-time NBA champion by sacrificing his statistics and embracing the need to run the most consistently successful second unit of the past 20 years. For what it’s worth: In his first season as a full-time starter, 2004-05, he made All-NBA and San Antonio won the title.

The reason Ginobili has been able to become such a compelling success story: The fact that he could do, literally, anything the Spurs asked him to.

A younger Ginobili was a handful on the drive, showcasing the ability to keep his dribble close to his body and finish in a southpaw manner. He was also a clutch spot-up shooter who could work without the ball and keep even the most athletic of defenders on their toes with his footwork.

Coupled with the fact that Ginobili is one of the greatest passing off-guards of all-time, Barrett shouldn’t hesitate to head down the rabbit hole with his film.

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