Evan Fournier isn’t the problem, but maybe he’d be better on the second unit

This season, many New York Knicks fans have either supported Evan Fournier or wanted him sent to the guillotine. The team (30-41) has been disappointing, and though Fournier has shot well, his Swiss cheese defense is often a source of agita. While the complaint has merit, let’s not dispense with Mr. Don’t-Google just yet. In fact, full Fournier bliss might be unlocked with a simple lineup change.

The 2020-21 Knicks ranked 25th in three-point attempts and when retooling for the upcoming season, New York’s decision-makers decided to prioritize perimeter shooting to modernize the club. Therefore, last August, via a sign-and-trade with Boston, they inked Fournier to a 4-year, $73M contract. Per…