Jericho Sims was one of the Knicks’ best defensive players in these consecutive wins. Thibodeau is satisfied with his performance: “I knew him, we all saw him last year. He’s a player who allows us to have versatility
He also provided solid home defense during the streak, taking over from injured forward Obi Toppin in the second unit in the rotation and playing primarily alongside backup center Isaiah Hartenstein. Thibodeau wasn’t surprised by the sophomore big man’s contributions on the bench and on the bench, he can protect the 4 on the perimeter, Isaiah gives us rim protection and then they are reversed on offense. Isaiah can play away from the basket and Jericho can play around the basket.”