When Kristaps Porzingis joined the New York Knicks in the 2015 NBA Draft, his transition from the European game to the state-side courts came into question. Including the strength to muscle big men in the post and defensive hiccups, there was some doubt.
Of course, three years later, the 7-foot-3 forward became a standout talent that’s set to lead the Knicks into the future, whenever he returns from a torn ACL. With fluid movement on the court and the ability to shoot anywhere, he’s already a star.
With his European roots, he received Dirk Nowitzki comparisons, which the future Hall of Famer once agreed with.