Who will create the biggest impact for the Knicks?

[MeloforMayor]

With 9 new players to don the orange & blue for New York this upcoming season, It is clear that we'll see a much different team than last year. Three new point guards in Kidd, Felton and "The Maestro", the return of Camby and Kurt, defensive-specialist Ronnie Brewer Jr., and three wildcards in Copeland, White and Chris Smith....a defense-focused supporting cast for our BIG Three.

Of all these guys, Which player do you think will make the biggest impact for the Knicks next season?

Let me start it off with my pick.....

I absolutely love the Kidd signing, as he's basically going to be our offensive coach. Genius move by Grunwald, taking into consideration that Woody isn't exactly great in the offensive apartment. It's nice to know that we've got a proven, future HOF PG running the show and leading the charge.

IMO, Kidd will finally bring that much needed order and calmness to our offensive schemes, he's done it for all of his teams for 18 years now in the NBA. I know he's not as quick and strong as he used to be, but his leadership, perimeter shooting, and superb playmaking will absolutely make us a better team than last season.

 

[KingCharles34]

I didnt vote yet but i might end up voting for Kidd too, i think hes a much better fit on this team then he was in Dallas and hes gonna look a few years younger

 

[Knicks4Life_1985]

Ronnie is my Impact Player

I am going to vote for Ronnie Brewer Jr. I hope he can transition into the role we needed Landry to fill for the past two seasons. That role in my opinion is :

- Play good team defense , Play passing lanes to start breaks / transition offense , and guard the best perimeter player so Melo does not have too

- Rebound at 3-6 rpg

- Knock down open shots ( 3 pointers ) / space floor


The thing I am most worried about from Ronnie would be his ability to knock down 3 pointers. He is a pro so I am sure Woody has him working on this part of his game just as Landry was when the off season started.

Good thread OP! :2cents:

 

[STAT1]

I think Felton is going to make the biggest impact out of your options. He's the starting PG so that's an obvious huge factor, & if his chemistry with STAT from his previous stint returns next season, this team will see a tremendous boost in performance.

(btw, Kidd is wearing #5 for us this year)

 

[MeloforMayor]

I think Felton is going to make the biggest impact out of your options. He's the starting PG so that's an obvious huge factor, & if his chemistry with STAT from his previous stint returns next season, this team will see a tremendous boost in performance.

(btw, Kidd is wearing #5 for us this year)

Right right, my bad.

I was gonna choose Felton initially, but after watching some gameplay of him, he was out of control in most possessions. His game reminded me a little of Baron Davis. Focused on dishing the ball, but plays out of control sometimes. Plus, Kidd seems to be better in shooting the three boll than Ray, something that is much needed for our frontcourt who likes to clog up the lane.

But if Felton can somehow learn to play more controlled basketball while still maintaining that aggressive edge, I agree with you that he'll probably make the biggest impact. Right now though, my choice is Kidd. :2cents:

 

[Crazy⑧s]

Dead set draw between Kidd and Felton.

Felton will add to his game under Kidd's tutelage.

Kidd will add to his legacy through the successes of moulding Felton.

There is an equilibrium between the 2, as one needs the other to help the team succeed. In doing so, they become successes.

Long term, Felton. A season or 2 of high output and orchestration and he's done what he needs to do as Kidd's career reaches its twilight. He will then move on to another team as this 3 year window of opportunity comes to a close presumably, with a winner's ticket to a new and suitable contract for him.

Can't wait to see it all unfold! :gony:

 

[NY17KNICKS]

Marcus Camby, the guys a starter on ALOT of other teams and he comes here to become a backup.

our interior Defense hasnt looked this unstoppable in quite some time.

 

[NYk_Reloaded718]

Felton Easily creates the biggest impact just look at that tummy, Nobody can deny this man wont shake up the whole arena.

But in all seriousness, since our defense down low became swiss cheese once Chandler got into foul trouble i feel Marcus Camby will create the biggest impact for the Knicks. Marcus Camby is also capable of playing some starting minutes so if there were to come a time where Chandler is injured we wont be missing a beat by inserting Camby into the Starting lineup. Ontop of that we can play Chandler & Camby down low at some points (which Woodson already stated as a possibility if needed). If anyone watched all of the Knicks games last season one of our glaring weaknesses was No presence down low off the bench. Jeffries was a nice filler but he's no blocking machine nor is he altering any shots he's mostly good for taking charges. Marcus Camby as our backup Center whats not to love? Some of the times Chandler played soft because he didn't want to get into foul trouble.. knowing he'll have legit backup insurance in Camby this season i think we'll be seeing an even more aggressive Chandler this season and i cant wait :gony:

 

[Kidd Karma]

Felton Easily creates the biggest impact just look at that tummy, Nobody can deny this man wont shake up the whole arena.

But in all seriousness, since our defense down low became swiss cheese once Chandler got into foul trouble i feel Marcus Camby will create the biggest impact for the Knicks. Marcus Camby is also capable of playing some starting minutes so if there were to come a time where Chandler is injured we wont be missing a beat by inserting Camby into the Starting lineup. Ontop of that we can play Chandler & Camby down low at some points (which Woodson already stated as a possibility if needed). If anyone watched all of the Knicks games last season one of our glaring weaknesses was No presence down low off the bench. Jeffries was a nice filler but he's no blocking machine nor is he altering any shots he's mostly good for taking charges. Marcus Camby as our backup Center whats not to love? Some of the times Chandler played soft because he didn't want to get into foul trouble.. knowing he'll have legit backup insurance in Camby this season i think we'll be seeing and even more aggressive Chandler this season and i cant wait :gony:

Having a starter quality back up center does wonders for Tyson's game. When Tyson won the Dallas job, his backup was Brendan Haywood an NBA starter most of his career. Tyson's aggression went up a notch knowing that there's someone of quality behind him. Expect more from Tyson and when he's not on the floor, don't expect to lose much with Camby.

But I chose Kidd because of what he can bring on the court as well as off the court. He can still give 20 quality minutes, help Woodson coach the offense, it becomes more free lance than something overly structured and just his intangibles gives him cred inside the lockerroom.

 

[orangeblobman]

I'm not sure about Kidd, after that DUI, I get the feeling that he's here to coast into retirement and party. I could be wrong, of course.

I voted Camby. He's going to bridge that gap between Chandler and the rest of the team. It's a second guy that can swat and board, kind of the intermediate role between Amar'e and Tyson on defense.

 

[NY17KNICKS]

I'm not sure about Kidd, after that DUI, I get the feeling that he's here to coast into retirement and party. I could be wrong, of course.

I voted Camby. He's going to bridge that gap between Chandler and the rest of the team. It's a second guy that can swat and board, kind of the intermediate role between Amar'e and Tyson on defense.

I agree, I feel the same about Kidd right now. But lets hope we're wrong for the sake of the team.

 

[CoolClyde]

 

[CA7]

Raymond Felton

I think he's gonna be huge for us this year

He's gonna run the show play 32-36 minutes a night, get STAT&Melo easy buckets, keep the rhythm going for our team. Defense starts with him this year putting pressure on opposing PG's

Felton will give us

16ppg
8.5apg- 1.5topg
48% FG's-37% 3's-82% FT's

 

[KingCharles34]

I now think it will be Felton, we're in trouble if its not him on offense

 

[DaTPRiNCE]

With Kidd or felton in my opinion
Ima go felton simply because of his hunger to shut haters/critics up and he's playing with a chip. Also lets.not forget the man has chemistry with stat. He's part of the revival.

All the others are huge contributors but feltons will be the steepest

 

[orangeblobman]

Raymond Felton

I think he's gonna be huge for us this year

He's gonna run the show play 32-36 minutes a night, get STAT&Melo easy buckets, keep the rhythm going for our team. Defense starts with him this year putting pressure on opposing PG's

Felton will give us

16ppg
8.5apg- 1.5topg
48% FG's-37% 3's-82% FT's

Impossible that he will give us those numbers.

He gave us 17/9 under D'Antoni, I don't see how he will come close to that under Woody!

12/7 is my very optimistic guess, and because he shot over 45% only once in his career I expect something like 42% FGs.

And to be totally honest, we're talking about a guy that couldn't put the donuts down in a contract year. Draw your conclusions.

 

[JaYnYcE]

And to be totally honest, we're talking about a guy that couldn't put the donuts down in a contract year. Draw your conclusions.

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[Real NY Baller]

I'll have to see a few pre season games first before giving my opinion on the matter. But seeing that we are now a defensive minded team...I suspect Ray Felton to have a lot of impact in Woodsons system. He will not be pressured to play D'Ants uptempo style but to get the rock to his front court players. The potential for dimes is there, he has good defensive awareness as a lane clogger and I'm sure Woody will tighten Ray's defense up even more. This is all theory from whats seen on paper and from what I've seen from him when he's motivated. If the heart and fight is there... Ray will be very instrumental in our wins. Plus, he plays better with a chip on his shoulder.

 

[CoolClyde]

Impossible that he will give us those numbers.

He gave us 17/9 under D'Antoni, I don't see how he will come close to that under Woody!

12/7 is my very optimistic guess, and because he shot over 45% only once in his career I expect something like 42% FGs.

And to be totally honest, we're talking about a guy that couldn't put the donuts down in a contract year. Draw your conclusions.

I agree with CA7. Felton did not have Carmelo or Chandler to dish to when he played on previous Knick squad, this team is MUCH deeper than any team's he's EVER played on before, with more finishers. plus, he's coming in this season with a chip on his shoulder, and he'll be in good shape. dollars to donuts, Feltip will excel.

 

[DrB]

I am going to vote for Ronnie Brewer Jr. I hope he can transition into the role we needed Landry to fill for the past two seasons. That role in my opinion is :

- Play good team defense , Play passing lanes to start breaks / transition offense , and guard the best perimeter player so Melo does not have too

- Rebound at 3-6 rpg

- Knock down open shots ( 3 pointers ) / space floor


The thing I am most worried about from Ronnie would be his ability to knock down 3 pointers. He is a pro so I am sure Woody has him working on this part of his game just as Landry was when the off season started.

Good thread OP! :2cents:

No question that Ronnie Brewer can be the key especially in the absence of Shumpert. If Brewer can get his 9 point average up so much the better as we know he can play defense.