New York Knicks assess their 2019 NBA Draft strategy

On MSG Networks’ “MSG 150,” New York Knicks general manager Scott Perry discussed the front office’s strategy for the 2019 NBA Draft.

The 2019 NBA Draft will mark the first major checkpoint in the New York Knicks offseason, about 11 days before free agency starts and $70 million in cap space becomes useful. When they select in the first round will determine itself in the lottery on May 14.

One draft concept usually faces each team: select for the “best player available” or specify positional need. The former is subjective, as everyone’s big board differs. Zion Williamson could land first overall, but while the Cleveland Cavaliers have Ja Morant fifth on their board, the Phoenix Suns have him…