It seems likely that, whether they keep the pick or not, the New York Knicks will take RJ Barrett at #3 in the upcoming NBA Draft.
There’s been a lively conversation about whether Barrett or his Duke teammate Zion Williamson will be the better player in the NBA.
You can make an argument either way. Both are terrifically smart players and talented. But Williamson’s physical talent is off the charts while Barrett’s is not as spectacular. Then again, who is?
However, his will is imposing (but so is Williamson’s). Williamson’s energy, highlight plays and insane efficiency overshadowed Barrett but there’s no guarantee that he’ll be better in the pros (there is a guarantee that he’ll get more endorsement money however).