Kurt Rambis would like Kristaps Porzingis to be capable of playing center for when the New York Knicks go small.

At this point, it is an issue for Porzingis to defend centers.

“Playing 4 and 5 I enjoy playing both positions,’’ Porzingis said. “I got to be able to guard both positions. Once I’m able to do that, I’ll be able to play whatever position I want to.’’

Porzingis acknowledged Karl-Anthony Towns will almost certainly win Rookie of the Year.

“It will be tough because Karl is just playing unbelievably,” Porzingis said at Monday’s practice in the suburbs of Denver. “The only option for me is for us to make the playoffs. That’s the main goal. If we play well, I’ll have an opportunity to get it. If we make the playoffs, then it will happen that’”