The New York Knicks are about to begin what should be their most exciting season in a very long time. The Knicks pulled off the unfathomable and acquired Mikal Bridges from the Nets last season, after winning 50 games during the regular season for the first time in more than ten years.
With the exception of losing Isaiah Hartenstein to free agency, New York had a successful offseason. After Leon Rose assumed leadership in 2020, nothing has been the same.
The 2023–24 season ended in heartbreak, and supporters are eagerly awaiting the Knicks to make amends in 2024–25. For New York, reaching the Eastern Conference Finals would be a significant achievement, but Jalen Brunson and company have bigger objectives.
These three players must be at the peak of their game if the Knicks are to perform at their best the next season.
Now that Mitchell Robinson is back as the starting centre, there has understandably been a lot of worry about his injury history, but there has also been a lot of forgetting about his potential. He had the finest start to his six-year career before he was hurt in December of last year.
Even though Robinson’s return at the end of the regular season was not at full strength, he still contributed to containing Joel Embiid throughout the playoffs. He anchors the defence for the team. The Knicks are accustomed to his lack of offensive prowess compared to other contemporary NBA centres. It will enough if he can make free throws at a somewhat constant rate.
Although Robinson’s health is beyond his control, it would be extremely beneficial if he could play most of the season. Precious Achiuwa was given a one-year contract by New York so he could step in for Robinson when he sits.
