PLAYER NEWS: --G Nate Robinson was arrested on Aug. 18 when he was pulled over in the Bronx and found to be driving with a suspended license. Robinson drew criticism for posting careless "tweets" during the traffic stop and later apologized. The suspended license was the result of several unpaid tickets, but the situation was cleared up when Robinson said he was unaware of the tickets because they were mailed to his home in Seattle. Robinson paid the fines and his license was restored. --The news surrounding F Danilo Gallinari continues to be positive, as he impressed trainers with a strong workout in Europe recently and appears to be completely pain-free from the back issues that limited him to just 28 games last season. Gallinari had back surgery in May. His health is critical this season, as the Knicks plan to feature him in Mike D'Antoni's offense.
DRAFT PICKS:
Jordan Hill, PF, 6-10, Arizona (first round, 8th overall) -- An athletic big with a good perimeter touch. Mike D'Antoni sees similarities to a young Amare Stoudemire.
Toney Douglas, PG, 6-1, Florida State (first round, 29th overall) -- Tough as nails two-way guard who fills a key third-guard role, especially if Nate Robinson is let go.
