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International man of mystery Porzingis says Knicks are best organization in NBA

Published Jun. 24, 2015 3:03 p.m. ET

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He may be rising up the draft charts, but many still know very little about Kristaps Porzingis. The Latvian big man has been tabbed to go as high as No. 2 to the Los Angeles Lakers.

But it appears Porzingis is siding with the New York Knicks, who hold the fourth pick in Thursday's NBA Draft. He told ESPN that the Knicks are the best organization in the NBA.

Kris Porzingis says NYK is best organization in NBA. Also can handle spotlight in NY. Did pro day in LV, visited NY: pic.twitter.com/VUqY3InNex
— Andy Katz (@ESPNAndyKatz) June 24, 2015

This is an interesting comment, considering the Knicks are coming off their worst season in franchise history, losing 65 games.

The Knicks might be tempted to select Porzingis, whose versatility could mesh well with New York's triangle offense. Or they may not: The Knicks reportedly also have been getting trade offers for the No. 4 pick.