Point guard was always a difficult position for the New York Knicks to handle in 2019-20, similar to the previous half-dozen seasons. From youth to veterans, players have tried to handle this spot, only to underperform or lose their role.
Through 10 games, the Knicks have worked through a handful of point guard changes, including the opening night start of RJ Barrett and testing Allonzo Trier in the occasional backup role. Neither succeeded, so New York turned to its traditional players.
The results have varied, contributing to the 2-8 start to open the season, with an embarrassing blowout loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers as the most recent.