After 4 years of absence in the NBA, former NBA All-Star Baron Davis is ready to make an NBA comeback. As Baron Davis announced his intention to make an NBA comeback, the New York Knicks might be a possible landing spot for him.
Baron Davis was last seen with the New York Knicks before walking out of the NBA court due to a career ending knee injury. The New York Knicks are linked to a rumored Baron Davis NBA comeback since Davis was last seen wearing a Knicks jersey before his injury. The Knicks might give him a shot, but it might be a reserved since Brandon Jennings will be the legitimate backup point guard for Derrick Rose. The New York Knicks can also utilize Baron Davis' experience to mentor the young talents of the Knicks and might be signed for a veteran minimum as the ChattSportsNet said.
In an interview made by LA Times, Davis said that he is really trying to make an NBA comeback, leaving the word "Let's Hope" as the short interview ends. The 37-year-old Baron Davis played in the NBA D-League with the Delaware, Davis averaged 12.8 points and 3.5 assists per game.
Don Nelson on Baron Davis: "He guards people, he rebounds, he assists and he scores. Is there much left?"https://t.co/TKTLz9fgRj
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Baron Davis was drafted 3rd in the 1999 NBA Draft by the Charlotte Hornets, where he shows his talent with a few minutes in his rookie season and was never played a single start. On his 2nd and 3rd year with the Hornets, Baron Davis starts to show his potential and became the 1st scoring option on the team. Davis was traded to the Warriors in 2005 and continue his scoring prowess to lead the Warriors for four years. Baron Also played with the Clippers and the Cavaliers before going to the Knicks.
Known for his stunning athleticism, creative and explosiveness, Baron Davis deserves an NBA comeback. Even with a few minutes, fans believed that Davis can still contribute, might not be with the Knicks, but in any remaining 29 NBA teams.
