New York Knicks: Why a Danilo Gallinari reunion makes sense

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NEW YORK, NY – JANUARY 24: Danilo Gallinari #8 of the New York Knicks drives past Rashard Lewis #9 of the Washington Wizards at Madison Square Garden on January 24, 2011 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. The Knicks defeated the Wizards 115-106. (Photo by Chris Trotman/Getty Images) /

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While the Knicks could use Gallinari’s high octane offense, his defense has always been below average. The former Knick’s defensive real plus/minus of +.23 is a few points higher than current Knick Julius Randle.

Which brings me to the tricky subject of where in the Knicks’ rotation Gallinari would fit. While he has the ability to play small forward, he plays the majority of his minutes at power forward, where he is a perfect stretch four. Gallo’s size, solid rebounding, and shooting make him a more dynamic player at the power forward position.

Although the Knicks roster may look different next season, it may be hard for them to move Julius Randle, who plays the same position as Gallinari. For them to both succeed, the Knicks could start Gallo at the 4, and have Randle come off of the bench in a 6th-man type role.

Having a player like Gallinari would drastically improve the floor spacing for the team. Not only that, but his ability to knock down tough shots off the dribble as a secondary option will only take more pressure off guys like RJ Barrett.

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Danilo Gallinari certainly comes with risk, but his offensive firepower and NBA experience is something the Knicks are severely lacking.

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