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New York Knicks: Five things fans have to look forward to next season

By Anthony Cittadino

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NEW YORK, NY – FEBRUARY 12: Willy Hernangomez #14 of the New York Knicks and Pau Gasol of the San Antonio Spurs talk after the game at Madison Square Garden on February 12, 2017 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NY – FEBRUARY 12: Willy Hernangomez #14 of the New York Knicks and Pau Gasol of the San Antonio Spurs talk after the game at Madison Square Garden on February 12, 2017 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) /

The Development of Willy Hernangomez

The seven foot 22-year-old out of Spain truly showed his worth during his rookie campaign.

While playing in 72 games, Hernangomez averaged 8.2 ppg, 7 rpg  on just over 18 minutes per game.

Just a year after Porzingis’s historic rookie year and receiving a unanimous selection to the 2015-16 All-Rookie First Team, his teammate followed his foot steps.

The 35th overall pick was named to the 2016-17 NBA’s All-Rookie First Team.

This past season for Willy Billy was historic in a way. When he played 36+ minutes, he averaged 16 ppg, 13.6 rpg, 2.6 apg, 1.1 spg and 1 bpg.

Over the past 30 seasons, only two rookies have posted numbers like this. These two rookies are Hernagomez and Shaquille O’Neal.

This next season will be a big test for Hernangomez. His role will be much more depended on. Giving him 25+ minutes per game will transform the front court for the Knicks alongside Porzingis.

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