Both New York Knicks’ rookies made their NBA debut against the Indiana Pacers last Wednesday. While the Knicks ended up losing the contest by a sizable margin, it was nice to see the youngsters earn early reps, despite a few injuries that could force them out against the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday evening.
No. 8 overall pick Obi Toppin struggled in his first contest as a professional, going 3-of-12 from the field for nine points, also earning three rebounds, one assist, and two blocks in 24 minutes. He took seven shots from beyond the arc, connecting on three of them.