The 2015-16 New York Knicks season was highlighted by the sensational debut of rookie Kristaps Porzingis, who quickly became a fan favorite and earned a spot on the NBA All-Rookie First Team. Under the leadership of star forward Carmelo Anthony, the team showed significant improvement from the previous year, finishing with a 32-50 record and demonstrating great defensive promise by ranking among the league's best in opponent three-point percentage. The New York Knicks entered the 2016-17 season with high expectations after acquiring former MVP Derrick Rose and veteran Joakim Noah to join star forward Carmelo Anthony and rising talent Kristaps Porzingis. Under new head coach Jeff Hornacek, the team showcased flashes of brilliance, including a strong December run that saw them climb as high as third in the Eastern Conference standings. While they ultimately finished with a 31-51 record, the season was highlighted by the continued development of Porzingis and individual scoring excellence from Anthony, who averaged 22.4 points per game. The fourth overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft and a 2024 NBA champion, Kristaps Porzingis is a versatile 7-foot-2 center and forward who earned All-Star honors and an All-Rookie First Team selection during his standout tenure with the New York Knicks.