LONDON — Latrell Sprewell got it right with the Knicks back in the day. When Jeff Van Gundy resigned early in the 2001-2002 season, as other players rejoiced the prospect of having a less dour leader, Sprewell voiced this sentiment: “Be careful what you wish for.’’
The Knicks have captured one playoff series since Van Gundy’s departure. Now Sprewell, back in the Knicks’ family, has a new prediction. The baby Knicks are on the right track with the right coach and the right work ethic that should lead to something special down the pike.
Representing the Knicks in London, Sprewell spent several days working kids clinics and sat courtside next to Earl Monroe Thursday night at O-2 Arena for the Knicks’ goaltending-tinged, last-second defeat to the Wizards, 101-100.