The New York Knicks picked up right where they left off on defense from the preseason. It’s no surprise they’ve given up 100 plus points to both opponents. What is a surprise is the lack of playing time for Willy Hernangomez.
The first-team All-Rookie performer logged just four minutes of garbage time in the first two games combined. He’s stuck in New York’s logjam of centers behind Enes Kanter and Kyle O’Quinn.
Head coach Jeff Hornacek spoke about his decision to essentially bench Hernangomez against Detroit and Oklahoma City.
“Willy’s done well, (it’s) just something the other guys have done a little bit more.