Draft Profile: Cole Anthony
Prez digs into the game of point guard Cole Anthony, a New York kid whose high school numbers labeled him an elite prospect, but lost a ton of ground in the draft after a lackluster freshman year at North Carolina.
Operation Killian: Everyone has a PG, So Why is it So Hard To Get One?
Prez and Tyrese London explore different avenues for acquiring a franchise point guard and discuss why Killian Hayes might be the answer for the PG-bereft Knicks.
Takes Time: Are the Knicks all in on Obi Toppin?
Presenting Takes Time, a new rapid reaction series at The Strickland for the biggest Knicks news of the moment. James Marceda and Shwinnypooh lead off by discussing the rumor that the Knicks are supposedly sold on Obi Toppin in the 2020 NBA Draft.
Speed Confuses: A Kira Lewis Jr. discussion
Prez and Theo dive deep on Kira Lewis Jr., attempting to solve why he’s not more highly regarded as a prospect despite drawing praise from a number of experts.
Draft Profile: Tyrese Haliburton
Prez gets into the game of Tyrese Haliburton, a nominal point guard whose skills more closely resemble that of a shooting guard. Could he be in play for the Knicks?
Wildcard, Wildcat: A closer look at Tyrese Maxey
Prez and Shwinnypooh take a closer look at Kentucky’s Tyrese Maxey, and try to project the game of one of the hardest players to project in the 2020 draft.
Assessing the Knicks’ ability to trade up to No. 1 or 2 in the draft
Tyrese London takes a look at the needs of the Timberwolves and the Warriors, and whether the Knicks might have the firepower to make a bid for the No. 1 or 2 pick in the draft.
Draft Profile: Tyrese Maxey
Prez examines Tyrese Maxey, an undersized shooting guard who’s a dogged defender, but who possesses a jump shot that, as of now, is purely theoretical. Could he be the latest in a long line of Kentucky players hiding his true powers?
Guilty Conscience: 2020 Knicks draft edition
Stacy Patton reimagines Eminem’s Guilty Conscience for Leon Rose’s 2020 draft conundrums ahead.
The case for Patrick Williams; or, how to rebuild while rebuilding
Guest writer PD Web breaks down why the Knicks should look at Patrick Williams in the No. 8 spot — a raw talent, the youngest American in the draft, and a player who would let the Knicks push priorities one more year for a stacked 2021 draft class.
Draft Profile: Kira Lewis Jr.
Prez examines the game of Kira Lewis Jr., a lightning-quick young sophomore out of Alabama whose slight frame and fear of contact could hold him back in the NBA.
Trade up opportunities for the Knicks in the 2020 NBA Draft
New contributor Tyrese London examines the history of the 27th and 38th picks in the draft, and outlines a few opportunities the Knicks could look into to move up in the 20s.
Draft Profile: Deni Avdija
Prez breaks down the game of Deni Avdija, a do-it-all wing from Israel who could provide the Knicks a needed high-floor talent. But will his shot translate to the NBA?
Draft Profile: Aleksej Pokusevski
Prez analyzes the game of Aleksej Pokusevski, the youngest player in the 2020 draft. A stretch 4 with a game like a 2 guard, will Poku’s body and mind catch up to his abilities?
Draft Profile: Obi Toppin
Prez breaks down the game of Obi Toppin, an offensive force in college whose status as a defensive liability could limit him in the NBA.
Draft Profile: Grant Riller
Prez breaks down Grant Riller, a guard who’s old (even for a senior), but a complete scorer with the ability to score at all three levels and break down a defense.
Breaking down the many, MANY options for the Knicks in the 2020 NBA Draft
New contributor Stacy Patton dives deep into the options for the Knicks with the No. 8 pick in the draft — from drafting Killian Hayes if he falls, to trading back for numerous assets.
Draft Profile: Patrick Williams
Prez takes a look at the game of Patrick Williams, a fast-rising, classic Florida State wing with defensive range that needs to work on his offensive game.
The case for the Knicks to draft Isaac Okoro
Guest writer Benoît Lelièvre takes a deep dive into Isaac Okoro, making a case that his high floor and NBA-ready skills make him the perfect pick for the Knicks in the 2020 draft.
Draft Profile: Isaac Okoro
Prez examines the game of Isaac Okoro, a physical specimen and defensive standout whose offensive game needs to develop at the NBA level.
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