The New York Knicks Select...

With the NBA season coming to a rapid end, three players are fighting to become the 1st overall pick. These three diverse players have been putting in hours upon hours of work this year, but only one college star can be number one. Switching over to the NBA, the 14-62 New York Knicks are projected to be the first on the clock at the NBA Draft. Basketball genius Phil Jackson is at the helm in New York, and we all know he will make the best decision for the team. With that being said, here is the race.

1: Karl Anthony-Towns, C, Kentucky

This 6'11" freshman out of Kentucky has been tearing up the competition. Although he only averages 10.3 PPG, he can still put his back to the basket and score. In addition, the Kentucky team is 10 men deep, so Towns does not receive as many minutes as he should. Towns might also be the best big defender in the draft. Averaging 6.7 RPG and 2.3 BPG, Towns can defend anyone in the paint. He would also fill a huge hole for the Knicks. Jason Smith and Lou Amundson are not getting the job done down low. Selecting Karl Anthony-Towns would be a huge upgrade for the Knicks.

2: Jahlil Okafor, C, Duke

Another 6'11" freshman has been producing great numbers all year for the Duke Blue Devils. Leading his team to NCAA National Championship tomorrow night, Okafor averages 17.5 PPG. Okafor is almost automatic in the paint, shooting 68% from the field. Okafor is also a suitable option for the Knicks at number one. He can provide a lot of points alongside F Carmelo Anthony. However, Okafor still needs to improve at the free throw line. In the NBA, free throws are easy points, and Okafor needs to capitalize. The Knicks can't go wrong by selecting either Okafor or Towns.

3: D'Angelo Russell, PG/SG, Ohio State

Personally, I think the New York Knicks should select D'Angelo Russell with the first overall pick. The Knicks haven't had a great guard in years, and Russell might just be the next big thing. Russell can do it all. At 6'5", he can bring in some rebounds, averaging 5.7 RPG. Russell can definitely run and facilitate a team, averaging 5.0 APG and only 2.9 TPG. Lastly, Russell can shoot the three and score inside, averaging 19.3 PPG. Russell shows great leadership on the court, and that is something Phil Jackson should like. Russell is also a great defender, averaging 1.6 SPG. The Knicks can't go wrong with Russell at number one.