Kevin Knox had high expectations entering his rookie season with the New York Knicks. Picked ninth overall, he was thrown into the fire early and often, starting 57 of the 75 games he appeared in for 12.8 points and 4.5 rebounds per contest.
It all happened as the youngest player — 19 years old — on the roster. The 37 percent shooting mark and defensive efforts left something to be desired, but the Knicks were 17-65, so opportunities to flourish were limited.
However, with New York’s season end only three weeks passed, Knox is already back in the gym, working out for his sophomore campaign.