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NBA Draft 2017: Final Mock Draft: Who goes where?

By Michael Dugger

Nov 13, 2016; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard De'Aaron Fox (0) dribbles the ball against the Canisius Golden Griffins in the second half at Rupp Arena. Kentucky defeated Canisius 93-69. Mandatory Credit: Mark Zerof-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 13, 2016; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard De'Aaron Fox (0) dribbles the ball against the Canisius Golden Griffins in the second half at Rupp Arena. Kentucky defeated Canisius 93-69. Mandatory Credit: Mark Zerof-USA TODAY Sports /
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Apr 6, 2017; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks general manager Phil Jackson watches during the second quarter against the Washington Wizards at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 6, 2017; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks general manager Phil Jackson watches during the second quarter against the Washington Wizards at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports /

8) New York Knicks- Frank Ntilikina, Point Guard, Strasbourg International (France), 18.9 years old

Stats per game 2016-17 French League: 19.1 MIN/5.3 PTS/.53 eFG%/40.3 3PT%/2.3 REB/1.5 AST/0.8 STL/0.2 BLK

Measurements: 6’5” height/170 lbs.

The Knicks want to run the triangle offense, making Frank Ntilikina the logical pick with his basketball feel and well-rounded game. His calling card is on defense, however. He is active on the ball using his length to bother opponents with the ability to guard one through three on the perimeter. Ntilikina can spot-up with a smooth jump shot and will need to make shots to stay on the floor as he develops his passing skills and handle. Adding him would give the Knicks their future point guard to partner with Kristaps Porzingis (if he remains on the team) moving forward. Malik Monk is also in play here.

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