Phil Jackson: Afflalo, Knicks Are Very Good Match

Phil Jackson: “He (Arron Afflalo) has the capability of playing aggressive defense on big guards and small forwards, plus he’s a shot-maker. In addition to his 3-point range, Arron can be very effective scoring in the low post and at the pinch post.

“Some NBA watchers have questioned whether or not Arron has anything left as he nears his 30th birthday, but I’m positive that he does. He has a gym in his Las Vegas home and he works out religiously. Actually, he’s such a hard-worker that he holds his teammates accountable if they try to cut corners in any way. I look for Arron to be a leader on this team. He wanted us and we wanted him, so Arron and the Knicks is a very good match.”

Source: Charley Rosen of ESPN