Knicks feel good about Kristaps Porzingis relationship and progress

Team World's Kristaps Porzingis of New York Knicks, shoots during their practice at the Dome in Johannesburg, South Africa, Friday, Aug. 4, 2017. Photo Credit: AP / Themba HadebeGREENBURGH, N.Y. — The Knicks say they already have a good relationship with Kristaps Porzingis. Team president Steve Mills said it will get better with new general manager Scott Perry on board.

A frustrated Porzingis skipped last season’s exit interview with Mills, coach Jeff Hornacek and former president Phil Jackson. Since Jackson was fired, the Knicks have gone out of their way to say that Porzingis is their future and they want to build around him. Mills said the focus would continue to be making sure Porzingis…