Backcourts come in all shapes and sizes, and it's still too soon to know which best describes the 2013-14 New York Knicks.
Like the best head coaches, Mike Woodson cares more about making the most of his personnel than forcing a preconceived game plan down their throats. According to ESPNNewYork.com's Ian Begley, Woodson will keep his options open but said he's, "going to try a big guard if [he] can and see how it plays out."
Realistically that's likely to mean starting Iman Shumpert, given reigning Sixth Man of the Year J.R. Smith's success off the bench—and the fact Tim Hardaway Jr. is a rookie. It doesn't hurt that Shumpert's far and away the best perimeter defender on the roster. Nor does it hurt that he returned from his torn ACL last season with a dramatically improved three-point stroke (making 40 percent of his attempts after cashing in on just 31 percent in 2012-13).
To be sure, it's hard to imagine New York abandoning the smaller backcourts altogether. Pablo Prigioni proved himself worthy of regular minutes thanks to efficient shooting and smart play last season, so he's due more than the occas ...
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