While New York hoop fans haven't been able to celebrate a victory this season, it appears they do have a beacon of hope in rookie RJ Barrett.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 25: RJ Barrett #9 of the New York Knicks reacts after scoring duringthe second half of their game against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on October 25, 2019 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. I have a confession to make, folks.
Still, heading into the regular season, prognostications for Barrett were modest, at best. In the annual preseason NBA GM Poll, Barrett didn't receive a single vote for Rookie of the Year or the category of"rookie who will be the best player in five years." Barrett is currently averaging a team-high 21.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 2.3 made 3-pointers, and 2.7 steals.
Many draft experts also criticized his lack of explosiveness, insufficient quickness and inability to blow by defenders and get to the basket, especially in half-court settings. Yet, Barrett has been able to use guile, balance, strength and feel to penetrate into the paint. Last but not least, Barrett's poise and maturity that have stood out as well. For a 19-year old to be drafted onto a lousy team with a desperate fanbase in the media capital of the world, it's shocking that he seems completely unfazed by the pressure.
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