Bojan Bogdanovic of the New York Knicks has been making quite the impression with his recent performances, which could greatly enhance the team’s chances in the playoffs. Despite a rocky start, Bogdanovic has managed to score at least 12 points in six of his past 10 games, including a solid 14 points during a recent win against the Celtics. The adjustment to his new role and coming off the bench took some time, but Bogdanovic’s confidence never wavered.
In an interview, Bogdanovic expressed his confidence and how he is starting to feel more comfortable in his role with the Knicks. He acknowledged that it was a significant change for him, as he had been a starter for 10 years, but he hopes to continue playing at a high level as the playoffs approach. This is great news for the Knicks, who are on the verge of securing at least third place in the Eastern Conference and are in need of additional scoring options to support Jalen Brunson’s minutes.
Teammate OG Anunoby praised Bogdanovic’s progress, stating that he is becoming more comfortable with each passing day. Anunoby recognizes the challenges that come with being traded and admires Bogdanovic’s ability to adapt to his new team and role.
On the other hand, Alec Burks, who was traded alongside Bogdanovic from the Detroit Pistons, has not seen much action recently. Burks has logged his third straight Did Not Play (DNP) on Thursday, indicating that he is currently not part of the Knicks’ rotation plans. It’s a different story for Bogdanovic, who has solidified his spot in the team’s playoff rotation.
In other news, Mikal Bridges of the Brooklyn Nets has been teasing the idea of joining forces with his former Villanova teammates on the Knicks. During a promotional lie detector test with Josh Hart, Bridges enthusiastically expressed his desire to play with Hart as a teammate again. However, it is unlikely that the Nets would entertain the idea of trading Bridges to their crosstown rivals. Bridges is under contract with the Nets until the 2025-26 season.
The Knicks also have two potential candidates for the Most Improved Player award. Jalen Brunson, who finished third in the category last year, has seen improvements in his points per game and assists this season. However, Donte DiVincenzo may be the more deserving candidate. DiVincenzo has led the Eastern Conference in 3-pointers made and has shown significant improvement in his points per game and shooting percentage compared to last season with the Warriors.
DiVincenzo continued to impress during Thursday’s game, adding 17 more points to his name. With their strong performances, both Brunson and DiVincenzo are contenders for the Most Improved Player award and are key contributors to the Knicks’ success.
Bojan Bogdanovic’s impressive performance with the Knicks has certainly enhanced their chances of making an impact in the playoffs. His ability to find his footing and consistently contribute on the offensive end has solidified his spot in the team’s rotation. With teammates like Jalen Brunson and Donte DiVincenzo also stepping up their game, the Knicks have a strong chance of making a deep playoff run. As the regular season comes to a close, all eyes will be on Bogdanovic and his teammates as they strive for success in the postseason.
