Knicks vs. Heat 3 PM EST | Amway Center TV: MSG Networks
5 Things To Know: 1. Cleanthony Early did not suit up for the Knicks in the opener on Saturday afternoon. The former Wichita State standout is dealing with a hamstring injury and it remains to be seen if he recovered in time for Sunday’s contest against the Heat.
2. DaJuan Summers was New York’s best offensive performer on Saturday. The forward posted 12 points on 5-for-9 shooting from the floor and a solid 2-of-5 behind the arc. The Knicks struggled on the offensive side against an impressive Pistons group that features Stanley Johnson, rookie Henry Ellenson, and Lorenzo Brown.
3. Keep an eye on Miami’s second-year guard/forward Justice Winslow. The Heat’s lottery pick a season ago scored 21 points, dished out four assists, snatched four boards, and recorded two steals in yesterday’s 91-71 win over the Clippers. Winslow is a versatile two-way player with 91 games of NBA experience and his talents are clearly on display in the Summer League setting.
4. On Saturday afternoon, Kristaps Porzingis and Phil Jackson spoke to the media. Porzingis revealed his training regime for the summer and shared his thoughts on the Derrick Rose acquisition. Jackson provided an update on the Knicks free agency, as the moratorium period will officially end in four days.
5. Watch all the action on MSG Network at 3 PM today and the replay at 8 PM.