New York Knicks Rumors: Kristaps Porzingis A Better Fit For LeBron James Than Kevin Love [VIDEO]

Another opponent, another heap of high praise for Kristaps Porzingis, this time from the highest order in the NBA.

LeBron James was complimentary of the No. 4-overall pick ahead of Friday’s contest. After watching a potential game-winning three-pointer Wednesday night -- which was waved off by referees -- James highlighted Porzingis’ confidence and ability.

Kristaps Porzingis Already Better Than Patrick Ewing

“They gave him an open shot,’’ James said, per New York Post. “I don’t know why. He’s a very good 3-point shooter. He’s confident in his ability and he should be.”

The numbers bear out.

Kristaps Porzingis The Only Reason To Root For The Knicks This Season

ICYMI: Kristaps Porzingis was just a sliver of a second from being a(n even bigger) hero. https://t.co/wVsllxv11Q https://t.co/GCX3tR1ozf

— Dan Devine (@YourManDevine) November 12, 2015

In four Knicks victories, Porzingis is shooting 33 percent from three-point range. Kevin Love, by comparison, is only shooting 29.1 percent under the same circumstance.

Even Porzingis’ FG percentage is slightly higher this season, holding a 39.8 to 39.1 percent advantage.

If only Carmelo Anthony was an attractive enough teammate, James would be running the point with a 7’3” Latvian capable of burying it from distance and staying in shape.

Report: LeBron James Was Frustrated With an Out-of-Shape Kevin Love Last Season https://t.co/LuNFvWqOBy pic.twitter.com/JmuMB8WcsE

— SLAM Magazine (@SLAMonline) November 6, 2015