Prior to yesterday’s deal between the Knicks and Thunder, it was easy to assume that 6-foot-11 big man Willy Hernangomez was going to be New York’s starting center next to Kristaps Porzinigs.
Through 72 games in 2016-17, the Spanish rookie averaged eight points and seven rebounds on an efficient 53% shooting.
However, the addition of Enes Kanter will most likely result in Hernangomez coming off the bench. Considering his lack of experience in comparison, Knicks head coach Hornacek may deem the former Thunder center a better fit.
Last season, Kanter averaged 14.