One of the most critical factors for a successful NBA team is high percentage three-point shooting. Last season, the New York Knicks were highly efficient from beyond the arc, shooting 38.8%, which ranked fourth-best in the NBA. However, they ranked 24th in three-point attempts, a statistic that head coach Tom Thibodeau wants to expand upon this upcoming season.
The Knicks have used this preseason to increase their three-point shooting to get a better feel of what is expected during regular season play. Without All-Star power forward Julius Randle, the Knicks connected on 24-of-54 three-point shots against the Washington Wizards on Saturday evening.