Porzingis won Melo's favor after telling him about his Anthony and A.I.-inspired cornrows

Just past the NBA regular-season's halfway pole, New York Knicks (22-24) faithful have long since fallen in love with 20-year-old Kristaps Porzingis. The rookie is averaging 14 points, 7.8 rebounds and 1.95 blocks per game while welcoming the pressure of competing in New York.