1. Jalen Brunson
Jalen Brunson is the biggest name on the minds of Knicks fans at the moment in regards to the point guard position, and rightfully so. Brunson had an outstanding first round against the Utah Jazz, and while he’s not been as dominant in round two, he would certainly be the best point guard New York’s had in a decade.
The rumors around this connection have been heating up for months, and while he shouldn’t replace IQ in the Knicks’ lineup, there’s a good chance for them to play alongside each other.
Coach Thibodeau would have to adjust the way he’s handled his rotations in recent years, but if done properly, this move could allow the Knicks to have great, consistent play at point guard for 48 minutes a night.
There’s no question that New York should target Brunson, but at a price that makes sense, and if the team can get him without nearing $100 million, this would be a great move for the franchise.
Verdict: If the Knicks can get Brunson and find a way to give him and Quickley complementary and sometimes overlapping minutes, it’d be the perfect move for the organization.
3 realistic targets Knicks can draft with No. 11 pick
The New York Knicks will have the No. 11 pick in the 2022 NBA Draft on June 23 and here are 3 players that they could select.