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.