The Knicks' Obi Toppin scores against the Hawks' Clint Capela during the first half in Game 4 of an NBA first-round playoff series Sunday in Atlanta. Credit: AP/Brynn Anderson
While many of the Knicks' young players have struggled to find their footing, Toppin has managed to provide an energy burst on both ends. And with Nerlens Noel struggling through a sprained right ankle that has limited his minutes and production, Toppin might get more minutes in a small-ball lineup.
"Right now we’re at the point where everything is on the table," Thibodeau said. "And Nerlens is a warrior.