We're clearly built around Porzingis at 4 and Kanter/Willy at 5. Beasley is not a 3, he can't shoot from outside. He is best served being a 4 on the second unit.

Kanter
Beasley
Kuzminskas
Lee
Baker

That second unit will be able to score and share the ball.

meloshouldgo wrote:I would prefer some rotation of Lee, THJR and Lance to eat up so the minutes at SF. I know McDermitt will get in there and probably evening start, but unless Lance is on court, who is playing defense?

I actually don't want Beasley to get much action, he is the type of player we are trying to get away from, irrespective of what he does in one preseason game.

meloshouldgo wrote:I would prefer some rotation of Lee, THJR and Lance to eat up so the minutes at SF. I know McDermitt will get in there and probably evening start, but unless Lance is on court, who is playing defense?

I actually don't want Beasley to get much action, he is the type of player we are trying to get away from, irrespective of what he does in one preseason game.

The only people we were trying to get rid of is melo and rose, because then there's more pressure to win.

we acquired all journey players Sessions, Jack, beasely, McDermott(3rd team in 3 1/2 yrs)Kanter, (3rd team in 5 yrs)

EnySpree wrote:

nyknickzingis wrote:

meloshouldgo wrote:I would prefer some rotation of Lee, THJR and Lance to eat up so the minutes at SF. I know McDermitt will get in there and probably evening start, but unless Lance is on court, who is playing defense?

I actually don't want Beasley to get much action, he is the type of player we are trying to get away from, irrespective of what he does in one preseason game.

McDermott had a pretty nice array of contributions. Not just an outside shooter. Made cuts and drives and got baskets near the rim. He is more athletic than given credit for. I think McDermott has potential to be more than a 3 point shooter. We should run many plays for him and look for him when open. I recall Perry saying there was a player they wanted early on in the trade talks for Melo, who they got. I don't know if it was Kanter or McDermott. My gut says McDermott because he fits Hornachek's offense and he's also young (24), a SF, and someone that is still on a rookie contract. We will have his bird rights and be able to keep him after using free agency cap room next summer. Kanter may be gone after a year.

McDermott cuts hard too. Haven't seen anyone cut as hard as he does in a knick uniform.

Yeah, I like McDermott A LOT. Damn good offensive player. Plays hard. Still has upside and a pretty bright future (agreed, hard to recall anyone we've had in recent years that cuts as hard as he does. Really finishes hard as well).. And I like Beasley too. Different players but I think there's time for both in the rotation where we can get the best of both. It's early and things have to get worked out but to me, the two top SFs we have going in are Doug and Beas. I think they can play together some too. And agreed -- I thought Beas looked good the other night. Didn't think he killed us at all. Wanna see more of him. Just wanna see much better team defense next game (and individually from everyone -- just reading an article on how McDermott feels he's gotten much better defensively, still acknowledges he's got to get even better there, but says he gets upset whenever anyone scores on him now. Nice to hear. How can you not like that?) while waiting for the identity on the offensive end to click & take shape.

anrst wrote:is he any better or worse than melo?

we got rid of melo's baggage ... bot back beasly, kanter, mcD, a 2nd rounder ... UPGRADE

Agreed. And let's not forget Beas is in his prime and both Kanter/McBuckets are still in their pre-prime (while Melo's clearly past his prime). Plus, that 2nd rounder has a chance to be a real good pick (hopefully CHI's terrible this year and that pick goes in the 31-35 range). I think it's a clear cut upgrade.

nyknickzingis wrote:

meloshouldgo wrote:I would prefer some rotation of Lee, THJR and Lance to eat up so the minutes at SF. I know McDermitt will get in there and probably evening start, but unless Lance is on court, who is playing defense?

I actually don't want Beasley to get much action, he is the type of player we are trying to get away from, irrespective of what he does in one preseason game.

McDermott had a pretty nice array of contributions. Not just an outside shooter. Made cuts and drives and got baskets near the rim. He is more athletic than given credit for. I think McDermott has potential to be more than a 3 point shooter. We should run many plays for him and look for him when open. I recall Perry saying there was a player they wanted early on in the trade talks for Melo, who they got. I don't know if it was Kanter or McDermott. My gut says McDermott because he fits Hornachek's offense and he's also young (24), a SF, and someone that is still on a rookie contract. We will have his bird rights and be able to keep him after using free agency cap room next summer. Kanter may be gone after a year.

Agreed....I think McDermott can have a breakout season if he is given the minutes. He understands angles, how and when to cut, how to rubb off screens...I'm big on him and hope he secures the starting SF spot or at the very least is out 6th man.