Every good team needs a player who can light a fire the moment he steps on the floor. For the New York Knicks , that player might just be Jordan Clarkson. In Thursday’s 100–95 preseason win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, the veteran guard gave fans a glimpse of what he can bring to Mike Brown’s revamped offense.

A strong debut as the Knicks’ sixth man

Clarkson didn’t have his best shooting night, going 4-for-11 from the field and missing all six of his three-point attempts, but the box score doesn’t tell the whole story. In 18 minutes, he posted 10 points, three assists, and three rebounds while finishing with a +7 plus-minus — a sign that the Knicks’ offense flowed better when he was on the court.

Even without the outside shot falling, Clarkson’s rhythm and confidence were evident. H

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