The New York Knicks are currently embroiled in the basketball equivalent of a quarterback controversy. Although centers have become somewhat devalued in the modern era, the Knicks have a surplus of talent at the position.
As head coach Jeff Hornacek tampers with his rotations, no position battle has become more prominent than the friendly competition between Willy Hernangomez and Kyle O’Quinn.
Hernangomez has become a fan favorite in New York, due in large part to his strong play as a rookie in 2016-17. He was named to the All-Rookie First Team on the strength of his uncanny to ability to control the interior with his post play and rebounding.