“Yeah, one thing is my personality and then I think I have the right people around me,” Porzingis said at Knicks’ media day. “My family keep my head straight and make sure I do the right thing and not worry about other stuff too much. That’s the main thing for a young guy in a big city like this.

“I just need to stay focused and my moment will come sooner or later.”

On getting stronger and banging with bigger players:

“Obviously I need to get stronger to guard the (centers),” Porzingis added. “But me going up against Kevin Seraphin every day (in workouts) playing the five position is great for me, going against those big bodies. But yeah, I need to gain more weight, always be in a low stance so I can hold those guys.”

Phucking Porzingis. Dude is only 20, and is probably the best and media savviest sound byte on the whole team. Just love this kid's attitude. Don't know if he'll be a superstar, all star, or even a starter in the league, but he just gets "it".

Funny thing is when he does play, and if well, some will think "Fischer kept him down"!!!! No, he was getting prepped!

Yes, the kid is very likable and his work ethic is being sold to the media. I hope knicks get this one right for a change!!!!

Nalod wrote:Sounds like he might not see much playing time. That's ok, when he's ready he'll be ready!

Funny thing is when he does play, and if well, some will think "Fischer kept him down"!!!! No, he was getting prepped!

Yes, the kid is very likable and his work ethic is being sold to the media. I hope knicks get this one right for a change!!!!

I think 20 to 25 minutes a game for KP sounds about right. Unless he has an unbelievable camp showing and just flashes greatness from the get go in the preseason, Fish and co should limit him to about half a game's worth.

If he is as advertised and has that Dirk/Pau potential, then let him grow into it. We're not winning the championship this year or next year, so let him develop. Kid truly has a 20 year old body. Does he even shave?!!

I'm all for letting him play, but he must beat out whoever he needs to beat in practice to get there. Not simply given. If the Knicks suck and are out of playoff contention then that's a different story.

I really think we're on to something and it starts with Phil. I'm enjoying this ride

holfresh wrote:I don't get the overhype of rooks time and time again...Give these guys some breathing space..It's not an easy transition into the NBA..I saw this documentary of the travel of NBA players and the demands of the 82 game season..It's literally no joke..I'm came away thinking a lot of these guys say this isn't for me but just try to last long enough for the money...This kid not only have to deal with that, he has to play in New York...I couldn't believe Mills told the press he was watching Usain Bolt videos on running...Let the kid grow into this..His first year will be brutal..It will be eye opening..He will ask himself if he is built for this...He doesn't need to be asked if he can run like Bolt or mature beyond his years or about pizza and calories, weight and selfies in NY...He just needs to lay low and play ball...

You are the one interpreting this as "overhyping". What is your problem with KP being who he actually is? He's the one who is doing all these things that are being commented on. No one is trying to make him do more than he can do at this point. He's simply grabbing the opportunity by the horns and taking ownership of what his rookie year will be. Also PLEASE STOP with the Negative Nancy warning about how hard it is for Rookies. I mean WTF man? Should all the great players who went on to have good rookie seasons have been worried about the challenge?

KP is the #4 overall pick in NY and he's 7-3, how the F is he supposed to lay low??? It's not even remotely realistic to think he can lay low in the media capitol of the world. He has a very solid and present family support behind him. He's doing what he needs to be doing in order to be prepared for the long NBA season. That's really great for us because he's not taking it for granted. It won't be unexpected if he hits a wall at some point and they'll deal with it then as all other rookies have had to deal with it.

holfresh wrote:I don't get the overhype of rooks time and time again...Give these guys some breathing space..It's not an easy transition into the NBA..I saw this documentary of the travel of NBA players and the demands of the 82 game season..It's literally no joke..I'm came away thinking a lot of these guys say this isn't for me but just try to last long enough for the money...This kid not only have to deal with that, he has to play in New York...I couldn't believe Mills told the press he was watching Usain Bolt videos on running...Let the kid grow into this..His first year will be brutal..It will be eye opening..He will ask himself if he is built for this...He doesn't need to be asked if he can run like Bolt or mature beyond his years or about pizza and calories, weight and selfies in NY...He just needs to lay low and play ball...

So your the guy who is in the room telling people to not be so happy? Dude, your smart and of course you can see the hype. You know Nixluva is gonna lap up every drop of knick goodness and run with it.
Guess what, the other 100 on the UK on a regular basis also know there is hype but why spoil the party for some fans who extracts joy in his world reading and hoping about his favorite team. Your like the sour uncle, the bitter grampa, the envious brother, etc, who has to chime in about how your not a homer and try to bring down everyone.

NO doubt we have posters who get carried away and live and die by what the media feeds them. Why not just ignore some posts and just leave folks to discuss and be happy?

Nalod wrote:

holfresh wrote:I don't get the overhype of rooks time and time again...Give these guys some breathing space..It's not an easy transition into the NBA..I saw this documentary of the travel of NBA players and the demands of the 82 game season..It's literally no joke..I'm came away thinking a lot of these guys say this isn't for me but just try to last long enough for the money...This kid not only have to deal with that, he has to play in New York...I couldn't believe Mills told the press he was watching Usain Bolt videos on running...Let the kid grow into this..His first year will be brutal..It will be eye opening..He will ask himself if he is built for this...He doesn't need to be asked if he can run like Bolt or mature beyond his years or about pizza and calories, weight and selfies in NY...He just needs to lay low and play ball...

So your the guy who is in the room telling people to not be so happy? Dude, your smart and of course you can see the hype. You know Nixluva is gonna lap up every drop of knick goodness and run with it.
Guess what, the other 100 on the UK on a regular basis also know there is hype but why spoil the party for some fans who extracts joy in his world reading and hoping about his favorite team. Your like the sour uncle, the bitter grampa, the envious brother, etc, who has to chime in about how your not a homer and try to bring down everyone.

NO doubt we have posters who get carried away and live and die by what the media feeds them. Why not just ignore some posts and just leave folks to discuss and be happy?

Or to focus on the fact you can't coach height. I love the idea of a guy who can block 98% of the league without so much as getting up on his toes. And of what I've seen of his blocks so far, they seem to stay in play, not get swatted into the third row.

Knick goodness. It's fun and it's less filling.

holfresh wrote:

Nalod wrote:

holfresh wrote:I don't get the overhype of rooks time and time again...Give these guys some breathing space..It's not an easy transition into the NBA..I saw this documentary of the travel of NBA players and the demands of the 82 game season..It's literally no joke..I'm came away thinking a lot of these guys say this isn't for me but just try to last long enough for the money...This kid not only have to deal with that, he has to play in New York...I couldn't believe Mills told the press he was watching Usain Bolt videos on running...Let the kid grow into this..His first year will be brutal..It will be eye opening..He will ask himself if he is built for this...He doesn't need to be asked if he can run like Bolt or mature beyond his years or about pizza and calories, weight and selfies in NY...He just needs to lay low and play ball...

So your the guy who is in the room telling people to not be so happy? Dude, your smart and of course you can see the hype. You know Nixluva is gonna lap up every drop of knick goodness and run with it.
Guess what, the other 100 on the UK on a regular basis also know there is hype but why spoil the party for some fans who extracts joy in his world reading and hoping about his favorite team. Your like the sour uncle, the bitter grampa, the envious brother, etc, who has to chime in about how your not a homer and try to bring down everyone.

NO doubt we have posters who get carried away and live and die by what the media feeds them. Why not just ignore some posts and just leave folks to discuss and be happy?

Ha..Funny stuff..I'm a homer tho..Can't root for the Knicks to lose no matter what..Last year killed me, it took me time to adjust to the losing..

Never adjust, but I can tune it out and move on.

Im playing tennis 4 nites a week and on Saturday morning so TV time is limited and not sure about how many games i'll catch this year. THis is the only site I participate in regarding sports, music, home theatre or automobiles.

I should do even less here. But after 10 years old habits are hard to break.