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The New York Knicks are in panic mode. Interim head coach Kurt Rambis has the tall task of lighting a fire under a team that lost 10 of 11 games heading into the All-Star break. For the Knicks’ slim playoff chances to remain alive they must make significant changes, and these are five things to expect in the second half of the season.
5. Jimmer Fredette
Credit: Getty Images5. Jimmer Fredette
The Knicks had one empty roster spot and decided to fill it with the former collegiate star, Jimmer Fredette. Jimmer's time with the Knicks' D-league affiliate in Westchester has been well-spent, as he's been firing on all cylinders.
4. Changes To The Rotation
Credit: Getty Images4. Changes To The Rotation
One of the biggest criticisms about Derek Fisher was his inability to settle on a consistent rotation, and his tendency to misuse Carmelo Anthony and Kristaps Porzingis. With Rambis, the Knicks hope for more stability.
3. Better Starts To Games
Credit: Getty Image3. Better Starts To Games
Derek Fisher's Knicks were consistently getting off to slow starts, a signal to Phil Jackson that his one-time protege was ill-prepared for games. With the more seasoned Rambis now at the helm, the hope is this will no longer be an issue.
2. An Increase In Carmelo Anthony's Scoring
Credit: Getty Images2. An Increase In Carmelo Anthony's Scoring
Carmelo Anthony has been excellent this season. It's his passing that has taken center stage over the Knicks' first half however, as he's scoring just 21 points per game. Look for Anthony's scoring to increase in the wake of his team's struggles.
1. More Plays For Kristaps Porzingis
Credit: Getty Images1. More Plays For Kristaps Porzingis
Kristaps Porzingis needs to get the ball more, especially in the fourth quarter. According to Nylon Calculus, Porzingis is third on the team in plays per game and third in scoring usage behind Arron Afflalo and Derrick Williams.
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