Player development and salary-cap space became buzz words from the coaches and front office during last season’s 17-65 Knicks’ tankfest.
Though the Knicks may not be ready to jump from the league’s worst team to a playoff berth, president Steve Mills and general manager Scott Perry are looking to win a lot more games despite an offseason that fell well short of spectacular expectations.
With Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant having just reported to Brooklyn, the Knicks open training camp in Tarrytown on Monday short on stars after their free-agent flop.
The Knicks will rely on depth, frontcourt grit, chemistry, coaching and hope for a breakout star to emerge as a late-game closer in an attempt to play meaningful games in March.