Ive been high on the prospect of offering Demarre Carrol a contract, but perhaps rather than spending $5-$8mm for a guy like that we can find our own.

I would say without question that Jefferson is the best wing defender in college ball. This was the guy that ruined Russell's tourney. Seems most mocks have in the 20s, where I think a pick for THjr could be had.

However maybe we have our own guy in the Dleague. Thanasis just earned 2nd team all defensive honors. Lets compare:
Physicals:
RHJeff- 6'7 7'0 wingpan
Thanasis- 6'6 7'0 winspan

stats
RHJeff- 11ppg 6.8rebs 1.6asts 1.2stls 0.8blks (29mpg NCAA)
Thanasis- 14ppg 6.2rebs 1.6asts 1.7stls 1.6blks (32mpg NBDL)

Thoughts? I really feel like with the guard heavy offenses you need a handful of these guys in your rotation.

We have to remember that we do have some young and developing players who can still get better. Who the heck knows about that kid Labeyrie, but we do know he's a high motor guy, again in a similar type like Thanasis. It'll be interesting to see who they draft and undrafted players they sign as well.

WaltLongmire wrote:Thanasis, Shved and Galloway should get together in the offseason and shoot at least 500 jump shots a day from all over the court.

Thanasis has to "finalize" his shooting form so the mechanics are automatic. If he can do this you might think of him as a substitute for that #1 pick we're not going to have next year. He turns 23 in July, so he is still young, but you really want to see him address his biggest weakness before next season begins.

I actually have a lot of faith in Thanasis work ethic and how he's already showing good progress on his weaknesses.

fishmike wrote:You look around at these playoff teams and many have a blue collar defender/role player type of guy who is in the middle of the action and having a big impact on the team. Carrol, Green(s), etc etc.. you get the idea.

Ive been high on the prospect of offering Demarre Carrol a contract, but perhaps rather than spending $5-$8mm for a guy like that we can find our own.

I would say without question that Jefferson is the best wing defender in college ball. This was the guy that ruined Russell's tourney. Seems most mocks have in the 20s, where I think a pick for THjr could be had.

However maybe we have our own guy in the Dleague. Thanasis just earned 2nd team all defensive honors. Lets compare:
Physicals:
RHJeff- 6'7 7'0 wingpan
Thanasis- 6'6 7'0 winspan

stats
RHJeff- 11ppg 6.8rebs 1.6asts 1.2stls 0.8blks (29mpg NCAA)
Thanasis- 14ppg 6.2rebs 1.6asts 1.7stls 1.6blks (32mpg NBDL)

Thoughts? I really feel like with the guard heavy offenses you need a handful of these guys in your rotation.

BigDaddyG wrote:

fishmike wrote:You look around at these playoff teams and many have a blue collar defender/role player type of guy who is in the middle of the action and having a big impact on the team. Carrol, Green(s), etc etc.. you get the idea.

Ive been high on the prospect of offering Demarre Carrol a contract, but perhaps rather than spending $5-$8mm for a guy like that we can find our own.

I would say without question that Jefferson is the best wing defender in college ball. This was the guy that ruined Russell's tourney. Seems most mocks have in the 20s, where I think a pick for THjr could be had.

However maybe we have our own guy in the Dleague. Thanasis just earned 2nd team all defensive honors. Lets compare:
Physicals:
RHJeff- 6'7 7'0 wingpan
Thanasis- 6'6 7'0 winspan

stats
RHJeff- 11ppg 6.8rebs 1.6asts 1.2stls 0.8blks (29mpg NCAA)
Thanasis- 14ppg 6.2rebs 1.6asts 1.7stls 1.6blks (32mpg NBDL)

Thoughts? I really feel like with the guard heavy offenses you need a handful of these guys in your rotation.

Another guy I wouldn't mind the Knicks inviting to summer league is Sir Dominic Pointer. Reminds me a lot of Thanasis. He's a full court player who's guarded every position. He also needs to work on his three, like Thanasis.

I would love to see the Knicks pick him up - played locally, energy and intangibles player - I don't need shooting to start with, just quickness and pesky defense. If he develops a shot, he stays in the league past 5 years.

BigDaddyG wrote:

fishmike wrote:You look around at these playoff teams and many have a blue collar defender/role player type of guy who is in the middle of the action and having a big impact on the team. Carrol, Green(s), etc etc.. you get the idea.

Ive been high on the prospect of offering Demarre Carrol a contract, but perhaps rather than spending $5-$8mm for a guy like that we can find our own.

I would say without question that Jefferson is the best wing defender in college ball. This was the guy that ruined Russell's tourney. Seems most mocks have in the 20s, where I think a pick for THjr could be had.

However maybe we have our own guy in the Dleague. Thanasis just earned 2nd team all defensive honors. Lets compare:
Physicals:
RHJeff- 6'7 7'0 wingpan
Thanasis- 6'6 7'0 winspan

stats
RHJeff- 11ppg 6.8rebs 1.6asts 1.2stls 0.8blks (29mpg NCAA)
Thanasis- 14ppg 6.2rebs 1.6asts 1.7stls 1.6blks (32mpg NBDL)

Thoughts? I really feel like with the guard heavy offenses you need a handful of these guys in your rotation.

Another guy I wouldn't mind the Knicks inviting to summer league is Sir Dominic Pointer. Reminds me a lot of Thanasis. He's a full court player who's guarded every position. He also needs to work on his three, like Thanasis.

He didn't miss a single shot in that video..that's just amazing... we should definitely sign him

Really though, I think these kinds of guys with superior athleticism have a place in the league. If not signing them, getting them to Westchester should be a priority.