Knicks Mock Draft 1.0: New York Addresses Depth Needs in the First Round

Heading into the upcoming NBA Draft, the New York Knicks hold both the 24th and 25th overall picks in the first round.

May 19, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau coaches against the Indiana Pacers during the second quarter of game seven of the second round of the 2024 NBA playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports / Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

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25th Overall Pick - Zach Edey - Center

Early in this offseason, the majority of the storylines surrounding the Knicks were centered around the center position. The Knicks reportedly plan on re-signing center Isaiah Hartenstein, however, it appears that the team may have some competition. There are also rumors circulating that the team plans to move on from Mitchell Robinson as it's reported that the Knicks are shopping him in trade conversations.

With this pick, the New York Knicks land a backup center to either Isaiah Hartenstein or Mitchell Robinson. While Zach Edey's elite collegiate production may not fully translate to the NBA, he could certainly be an effective player in the NBA.

While at Purdue, Edey was the most dominant player in college basketball, scoring 25.2 points with 12.2 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2.2 blocks per game in the 2023-24 season.

While it may take Zach Edey some time to adjust to the NBA, he'll have time to do so as he won't be thrust into a starting role. The team will start either Mitchell Robinson or Isaiah Hartenstein at the center position while Jericho Sims can shift into a backup role. In Tom Thibodeau's defense, Edey can become a defensive anchor for the Knicks and has upside the Knicks can't pass on this late in the first round.

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