New York Knicks: The Brightest Stars from the Darkest Age

4) Jamal Crawford

Crawford’s worth as a Knick for four seasons was perhaps the most overlooked bright spot in the Marbury era.  Truth be told, what a very young Crawford did for the Knicks is exactly what he has done as one of the most consistent combo guards for contending squads for almost twenty years now: maturity, poise, a killer jump shot, and perhaps some of the most underrated handles in the universe. Yea, just YouTube it: Jamal Crawford’s shake and bake, even today, makes Kyrie Irving look like he has two left feet. Thank you, Jamal. You were truly one of the great Knicks, and one of the brightest spots over the last two decades.