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Kristaps Porzingis has been named the Eastern Conference Rookie of the Month, the league announced on Thursday.
In 15 games in November, Porzingis averaged 14.1 points, 9.9 rebounds, and 2.1 blocks per game while averaging roughly 30 minutes per game.
Porzingis, 20, was drafted fourth overall by the Knicks in the NBA Draft this past June.
Keith Schlosser, SNY.TV Twitter | Archive
Porzingis has taken all of the NBA by storm, and this is further proof.
The big man has undoubtedly put up strong numbers, with Jahlil Okafor being the only rookie in the conference to compete with or come close to his productivity. But Porzingis has a great attitude and is level-headed about playing in the Big Apple. He embraces the bright lights, whereas Okafor has faced some off the court issues as of late.
Perhaps more important to what he does on the court, Porzingis' impact has also resulted in more wins for the Knicks thus far. He's proven to be crucial to their success. At 9-10, New York has certainly faced its share of ups and downs this season, but the rookie is a big reason why they're arguably on the right track.
Porzingis still has a lot to learn, but better decision-making will likely come as he continues to mature on the court even more. He's already proven to be a fast-learner and has shown steady growth en route to developing his game little by little. Earlier in the season, Porzingis could be found committing careless fouls, but he's been able to keep himself on the court by displaying a more rationale demeanor lately.
What he's done thus far has been very impressive, and there's likely more to come.
Www.theknicksblog.com
In 15 games in November, Porzingis averaged 14.1 points, 9.9 rebounds, and 2.1 blocks per game while averaging roughly 30 minutes per game.
Porzingis, 20, was drafted fourth overall by the Knicks in the NBA Draft this past June.
Keith Schlosser, SNY.TV Twitter | Archive
Porzingis has taken all of the NBA by storm, and this is further proof.
The big man has undoubtedly put up strong numbers, with Jahlil Okafor being the only rookie in the conference to compete with or come close to his productivity. But Porzingis has a great attitude and is level-headed about playing in the Big Apple. He embraces the bright lights, whereas Okafor has faced some off the court issues as of late.
Perhaps more important to what he does on the court, Porzingis' impact has also resulted in more wins for the Knicks thus far. He's proven to be crucial to their success. At 9-10, New York has certainly faced its share of ups and downs this season, but the rookie is a big reason why they're arguably on the right track.
Porzingis still has a lot to learn, but better decision-making will likely come as he continues to mature on the court even more. He's already proven to be a fast-learner and has shown steady growth en route to developing his game little by little. Earlier in the season, Porzingis could be found committing careless fouls, but he's been able to keep himself on the court by displaying a more rationale demeanor lately.
What he's done thus far has been very impressive, and there's likely more to come.
Www.theknicksblog.com
