The New York Knicks looked like they were finally heading in the right direction after finishing fourth in the Eastern Conference last season.

Despite their team being eliminated by the Atlanta Hawks in the first round of the playoffs, Knicks fans remained optimistic heading into 2021-22 because they were able to retain their core while adding some instrumental pieces over the summer. However, New York has struggled mightily to live up to expectations this season, dropping all the way to 12th in the Eastern Conference, and must focus on adding new faces in the 2022 NBA Draft.

RJ Barrett was selected third in the draft two seasons ago, and his rapid development of late has been a rare bright spot for the Knicks. Obi Toppin, Immanuel Quickley, Quentin Grimes and Mitchell Robinson are four other recent draftees, but haven’t established themselves as foundational building blocks in New York.

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