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NEW YORK, NY – JUNE 21: Kevin Knox poses with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver after being drafted ninth overall by the New York Knicks during the 2018 NBA Draft at the Barclays Center on June 21, 2018 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images) /

12. New York Knicks

The New York Knicks drafted Kevin Knox (9th overall) and it looks like he can become a star in the NBA.

Knox performed at a high level throughout summer league and a pairing with Kristaps Porzingis can prove deadly in the East.

This offseason the Knicks only managed to sign Mario Hezonja, whom still has to prove if he can live up to his lottery pick potential.

But for now the Knicks will struggle to remain in the playoff race until Porzingis makes his return from a torn ACL last season.

11. Charlotte Hornets

Miles Bridges was drafted 12th by the Charlotte Hornets and showed his athleticism and potential in the summer league.

If Bridges can successfully transition into the NBA and gel with Kemba Walker and the Hornets, the future will be worth waiting for.

The Hornets acquired Tony Parker and Bismack Biyombo this summer in hopes of having enough talent to make the playoffs next season.

While the Hornets do have a sufficient set of young talent, they need to make another big roster change in order to elevate themselves to the next level.

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