If the 2018-19 season ended today, the New York Knicks would own the fifth-highest odds in the 2019 NBA draft lottery. Not a prime position for the next class’ top names, but still in the realm to land a main selection.
Zion Williamson sits at the top of this draft class. His unique combination of athleticism and body type has everyone salivating over what he will do in the NBA, with comparisons to Charles Barkley and even LeBron James.
However, could Williamson start his career with the Knicks? As they continue to lose and increase their chances for a high lottery pick, maybe so.