The New York Knicks have owned and utilized a first-round draft pick in just three of the past seven years. Team president Phil Jackson has ensured that the pursuit of immediate success won’t conflict with his long-term vision.
The next step in securing the future will be the proper utilization of the 2017 NBA Draft.
The Knicks entered the summer of 2016 with a glaring void at shooting guard. Team president Phil Jackson addressed that flaw by signing Courtney Lee to a four-year deal worth $48 million and acquiring Justin Holiday in the high-profile Derrick Rose trade.