Tyus Jones

Turning to another need, the New York Knicks could sure use an upgrade at the point guard spot. Derrick Rose remains serviceable, but at his age, backup duties would be a better fit.

Alec Burks is a quality player, but he’s not a point guard in any conventional sense of the word.

Tyus Jones, on the other hand, is one of the purest floor generals in the business.

If the assist-to-turnover ratio is a key indicator of a point guard’s decision-making, the Knicks need to look no further. Jones’ 6.4 mark led the entire league last season. If floor-spacing is a requirement of the position in 2022, Jones’ 39.0% accuracy from range should do more than suffice.

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Furthermore, Tyus Jones spent 2021-22 backing up MVP candidate Ja Morant on the Memphis Grizzlies. Who knows what he could do if he were handed the keys? If he does have untapped potential, the Knicks will be thankful to ink him to a deal.

Even if he doesn’t, he’s a valuable contributor who fills a position of need for the squad.