Knicks · GameThread: Knicks host Portland, 730 MSG (page 2)

LivingLegend wrote:

BlueKnickers wrote:Killer Toltec splashes the three on the break!

That was off a quick paced dribble and super quick release - very nice.

Kolek was just pointing at the floor telling KAT where to go

Cracks me up that ten year veterans even need that guidance, but glad Kolek is a floor general and not shy about it

Why are the starters out there?

This is Thibsian malpractice by Brown

nycericanguy wrote:another game holding an opponent under 100? pretty crazy

Where the hell has this been for all of these weeks? We wasted this whole month with that trash ball we been playing.

Very good game.

LivingLegend wrote:Kat with 20 boards - 3 assists but felt like 10 to me.

Very good game.

We don't need big scoring games from KAT every night. This team is pretty loaded with scoring options.

This was a solid game for KAT.

BlueKnickers wrote:Kolek's shot is looking wet this week

One thing is obvious with Kolek -- he's working on his shot and he's going to keep working on his game.

Can't let this kid go anywhere short term - hold onto him.

LivingLegend wrote:

BlueKnickers wrote:Kolek's shot is looking wet this week

One thing is obvious with Kolek -- he's working on his shot and he's going to keep working on his game.

Can't let this kid go anywhere short term - hold onto him.

You heard it here first, but in the future you'll see Kolek winning games with big plays in crunchtime.

I think he's going to turn out to be one of our most clutch players.

LivingLegend wrote:

BlueKnickers wrote:Kolek's shot is looking wet this week

One thing is obvious with Kolek -- he's working on his shot and he's going to keep working on his game.

Can't let this kid go anywhere short term - hold onto him.

Also, Kolek could shoot in college. He had good mechanics coming into the league.

He will never be a high volume scorer, but his PPG will rise if he gets regular minutes.

Over time, his shooting % will be more than respectable.

BlueKnickers wrote:Diawara is going to be a beast

I really like his potential. He looks like a future 2-way impact guy.

KEEPCAMBYNY wrote:I made this post a few days ago and it resonates even more after the Raps win:

Seems like the best lineup for Brunson is:
Mitch
OG
Bridges
Deuce
JB
This lineup allows him to dominate the ball while they play off of him. The other guys can focus on doing the dirty work and hit open jumpers.
I suspect the best lineup for KAT is:
KAT
Diawara (2027-2028 season’s more developed version)
Hart
Shamet
Kolek
This KAT lineup would probably have better chemistry with him. They would also probably get him the ball in his spots better than the first group. Diawara’s development is key because he is a more natural passer and ball handler than both OG and Bridges. I foresee he and Hart being able to grab offensive rebounds when KAT drifts out on the perimeter. Plus Hart can slash to the basket with KAT pulling the bigs out of the lane. Obviously Kolek has the best chemistry with KAT than all of our guards.

Kolek needs to get minutes. KAT and Bridges have been the most impacted by him not being in the rotation. He has court vision that neither Brunson or Deuce does. When these guys are getting fed on offense they seem to be more locked in on defense. I know Hart is a leader on his team so we should keep starting him, but after a few minutes we need to sub in Deuce to go with the backcourt rotation I highlighted in that previous post: JB/Deuce and Kolek/Shamet. Then for the rest of the game just rotate Hart/Mikal/OG at SF/PF. And for the times that we go double bigs, we should always have Deuce or Shamet at SG.

Not sure which one of you works for the Knicks org, but thank you for showing my post to the Knicks coaching staff.

LivingLegend wrote:Dillon Joens sticks 3 and passes Yabu on all-time Knick scoring list.

The Dillon Jones Era Begins

Knixkik wrote:

BlueKnickers wrote:Diawara is going to be a beast

I really like his potential. He looks like a future 2-way impact guy.

There's not that many 6'9" guys with big wingspans with his natural feel and athleticism. In any era.

Feel is often what defines stars, not eye-popping athleticism, anyway. He has a good feel for the game and the flow and handle to act on his instincts.

The closest comp in today's NBA is Siakam.

He's 19 so he will get stronger and maybe even a little taller.

His upside is huge. No predictions here, because it is mostly going to be due to his work ethic, because his talent is immense.

If he does the work and stays healthy, he has potential to become a #1 or #2 scoring option on a contender in his early twenties.