There have been 26 players to have worn the #3 for the Knicks since 1947. Let’s be honest though, #3 will forever be associated with John Starks. Looking at an image of another Knick wearing the number automatically forces thoughts of Starks. If you were to ask any Knicks fan about the iconic #33, you’d hear Patrick Ewing’s name ten out of ten times. The same sentiment extends to any of the other retired Knicks jersey numbers. The same sentiment extends to the other retired Knicks jersey numbers. If we were to survey Knicks fans and ask them to name the first Knick that comes to mind when they see a Knicks #3 jersey, it’s safe to say that about 9 out of 10 would say Starks, except for some younger generations who might mention Stephon Marbury.
Who Wore It Best? #3
