During Saturday’s open scrimmage at Columbia University, RJ Barrett made what broadcaster Mark Jackson would call “a grown-man move.’’
The Knicks’ 6-foot-7, rookie shooting guard drew contact with defender Frank Ntilikina after barreling down the lane, but the former Duke great rolled in the layup as the whistle blew for a foul.
Barrett’s “and-1” against a skilled defender was no fluke. While perimeter shooting is a work in progress, Barrett should make his mark inside. even at age 19.
“He’s a strong kid,’’ coach David Fizdale said. “He’s stronger than college kids. His strength is already NBA-ready.