The New York Knicks are looking to turn the page and welcome a new era, thanks to a revamped front office and the salary cap space they're building toward to become a big player in a blockbuster 2019 offseason.

Yet former Knickerbockers point guard Charlie Ward believes the team could see success earlier than expected after drafting rookie Kevin Knox out of the University of Kentucky, as the forward floored many executives around the league with his maturity and athletic ability during Summer League.

Ward spoke to Marc Berman of the New York Post about Knox, and the optimism is high.

“I’m grateful he’s a Knick,’’ Ward told The Post in a phone interview from Tallahassee, Fla. “I think he has the right mentality to be successful in New York. He seems to have a mature approach and great understanding of where he is in his development. The kid is well-balanced, with an inner confidence and swagger to him while having a quiet demeanor — which you need, especially being in New York.”

Knox has been set up to model a one-on-one machine like Kevin Durant, but he also has been molded well to play in a ball-sharing offense, making him perhaps the evolution of the modern NBA player, which will prioritize adaptability over any other skill.

“That’s the kind of superstar you want — a guy who will go about his business, not going to be talking much, but learning the ropes on how to get better each day,” Ward continued. “New York is a tough place to play, but you have to have thick skin. He’s willing to listen and be coached. His whole mentality and attitude is one that will help him become a superstar in the league at some point.”

Knicks fans booed his selection, as he was drafted with the No. 9 overall pick, ahead of Mikal and Miles Bridges, and the sliding Michael Porter Jr., who faced injury questions throughout the draft process.

If boos to Kristaps Porzingis are any indication, the 6-foot-9 Knox is bound for a bright future, just like the unicorn endeared himself to the MSG faithful over a fantastic rookie year.