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Knicks’ growing Dennis Smith Jr. mystery may benefit Frank Ntilikina

The Knicks have lost all three of their games. Dennis Smith Jr. has lost his way. And coach David Fizdale looks like he’s lost his patience with the key asset from the Kristaps Porzingis trade.

As the Bulls step into the Garden on Monday, Fizdale gave hints it’s time to turn to Frank Ntilikina as Elfrid Payton’s backup and give the fans what they want.

Smith got booed in the second half during Saturday’s home opener. The fans started chanting, “We Want Frank,’’ even as Smith tried to bring the ball up-court. Talk about a home-court disadvantage.