Knicks president Donnie Walsh told the New York Post that rookie forward Landry Fields reminds him of Celtics legend John Havlicek.

"Talking to some people today, he reminds them of John Havlicek when he first came into the league," Walsh said.

"And I think that's right on. [Havlicek was] like that, a great athlete, known as a defensive player who improved his shooting as he got along, but was always a good all-around player who just kept getting better.

"A great all-around player who was a key to those Celtics. I think Landry can be that."

New York drafted Fields with the 39th overall pick in this past June's NBA Draft and coach Mike D'Antoni loves what he sees.

"He keeps improving offensively and defensively," D'Antoni said. "He's just a smart guy and a great player. I don't want to get too far ahead. He can be a great player because he is what all coaches love. He's a glue guy who can be really good on a great team."