With the eighth overall pick in the 2020 NBA draft, the New York Knicks have several directions they can go. Whether it involves trading up to acquire a better prospect or staying where they are, they have to find a home run player who can elevate the state of the team immediately.
That is where Dayton star Obi Toppin comes into play. At 6-foot-9 and 220 pounds, the 22-year-old forward is a bit old for a lottery draft pick, but he averaged 20 points and 6.4 defensive rebounds last season with Dayton. He has been in contact with the Knicks and experienced a good interview with them.