NBA Draft 2018: 5 targets for the New York Knicks

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ROSEMONT, IL – FEBRUARY 17: Michigan State Spartans guard Miles Bridges (22) celebrates with Michigan State Spartans forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (2) after a play in the second half during a college basketball game between the Northwestern Wildcats and the Michigan State Spartans on February 17, 2018, at the All State Arena in Rosemont, IL. (Photo by Robin Alam/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

1. Miles Bridges, F, Michigan State

Has there ever been an unsuccessful Miles? Davis, Teller, Chrissy Teigen and John Legend’s newborn son…I rest my case. Miles Bridges has the highest floor of any prospect in the second half of the lottery. He can shoot and defend, fitting the premium prototype in today’s NBA. But unlike other 3-and-D specialists, Bridges brings world-class athleticism and off-the-bounce potency to the table.

Even at 6-foot-6, Bridges is a strong rebounder and built like a fire hydrant. His versatility and high energy will endear him immediately to the Garden faithful. Hard-nosed play is always appreciated in a hard-nosed city. It will also lend itself on the defensive end to guarding three positions, which is nice.

It’s been a rough go for a long time in Madison Square Garden, but he could be their *lowers sunglasses, throws up finger guns* Bridges over troubled waters.

Next: Mocking the first 10 picks of the NBA Draft

Whoever gets selected in June will be the next brick laid on the Knicks road back to respectability…or at least a road back to decency. The 2018 NBA Draft starts at 7:00 PM June 21.

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