Get to know RJ Barrett, the Knicks' first-round draft pick

Duke's RJ Barrett goes up to dunk against Syracuse during the second half of an in the ACC Tournament game in Charlotte, N.C., on March 14. Photo Credit: AP/Chuck BurtonThe Knicks took Duke freshman RJ Barrett with the No. 3 overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. Learn more about the 6-7 swingman, his ties to the New York area and what he can bring on the court.

RJ Barrett's family ties, background

RJ Barrett's father, Rowan Barrett, dunks for St. John's during a 32-point game against Louisville in 1996. Photo Credit: Newsday/Paul Bereswill Barrett's father, Rowan Barrett, was a small forward/shooting guard for St. John's from 1992-96. The elder Barrett, a forward from Toronto, averaged 5.8…