The New York Knicks didn’t just kick off their season with a win on Wednesday — they might have uncovered a spark plug off the bench. Rookie point guard Tyler Kolek, a second-round pick still carving out his identity in the league, played like someone who belonged.

In just 14 minutes, Kolek poured in seven points and dished out two assists, showing a steady hand and a flair for control. His highlight came midway through the second quarter, when he floated a bank shot off the glass so soft it looked like it was guided by touch alone. It wasn’t flashy — it was confident, composed, and perfectly timed.

Finding rhythm in Mike Brown’s system

Head coach Mike Brown wasted no time trusting the 24-year-old guard. Kolek didn’t hesitate when called upon, running the offense with tempo and unselfis

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