Five coaching vacancies have been created since Tom Thibodeau agreed to terms with the Knicks on July 25, but he has no reason to regret his decision, writes Marc Berman of The New York Post. Thibodeau might have been a candidate to join the Nets, Sixers, Pacers, Rockets or Thunder, but a source tells Berman the coach is happy to be reunited with team president Leon Rose, his … [Read more...] about Knicks Notes: Thibodeau, Draft, Point Guards, Robinson
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Nets: Vince Carter has surprise pick for who could be BK’s ‘third star’
Former Nets great Vince Carter made a surprise pick as to who be Brooklyn’s third star in 2020-21. There seem to be two prominent debates that have engulfed Brooklyn Nets fans thus far this offseason: Does the team believe it already has a third star? And, if they don’t, who would be worth sacrificing members […] Nets: Vince Carter has surprise pick for who could be BK’s ‘third … [Read more...] about Nets: Vince Carter has surprise pick for who could be BK’s ‘third star’
Tom Thibodeau Praises 'Work Ethic' Of Jimmy Butler, Heat Organization
Tom Thibodeau praised Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat organization, adding that he's establishing a culture of discipline and conditioning with the New York Knicks. "He plays very unselfishly, plays to win. He's not about statistics. I knew that from the start with him. I never envisioned him being this good. I always thought he'd be a good player. But he's made himself into a … [Read more...] about Tom Thibodeau Praises 'Work Ethic' Of Jimmy Butler, Heat Organization
Draft prospects putting in THE WORK in the gym: Tyrell Terry, RJ Hampton
Photo by Leon Bennett/Getty Images Hampton interviewed with the Knicks recently We here at P&T love to post clips of young Knicks working out, getting super ripped for the 2021 playoff push. But we cannot lose sight of the fact that, across the country, players that might soon be Knicks are also putting in THE WORK. We start off with Stanford guard Tyrell Terry, who has … [Read more...] about Draft prospects putting in THE WORK in the gym: Tyrell Terry, RJ Hampton
REPORT: Knicks have “strongly considered” picking Auburn forward Isaac Okoro at No. 8
Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images The game is afoot! There are still like seven weeks until the NBA Draft, but the New York Knicks and their front office have been poring over tape of prospects for months already. It makes sense, then, that they already have some favorites. But who do they like with the No. 8 overall pick? Marc Berman of The Post may have answered that … [Read more...] about REPORT: Knicks have “strongly considered” picking Auburn forward Isaac Okoro at No. 8
Knicks Owner James Dolan Tests Positive For Coronavirus
The NBA has been on the front lines in terms of sports as they’ve been impacted by COVID-19. Now, New York Knicks owner James Dolan has reportedly tested positive for the novel coronavirus. The 64-year old executive runs the beloved NBA franchise, as well as the New York Rangers, and runs the Madison Square Garden Company. The NBA shut down play two weeks ago, after Rudy Gobert … [Read more...] about Knicks Owner James Dolan Tests Positive For Coronavirus
The Knicks had made drafting a point guard a priority, but have strongly considered defensive forward Isaac Okoro of Auburn at No. 8, to fit Thibodeau’s defensive mindset. “I think, as a head coach, the only thing you want is a voice,’’ Thibodeau said on a Zoom call Friday after a team practice. “I think a lot was made of a president’s title, but also, I had a GM and assistant … [Read more...] about
New York congressman insults Knicks, James Dolan funds opponent
We have seen how Dolan reacts to fans saying he should sell the team. … [Read more...] about New York congressman insults Knicks, James Dolan funds opponent
Donovan and Karnisovas will collaborate to put together the rest of his assistant coaching staff. Some potential names to keep in mind include Mark Daigneault and Billy Schmidt, who worked with Donovan at the University of Florida and in Oklahoma City. Another Thunder coach who could be a candidate to join Donovan’s staff in Chicago is Dave Bliss. Outside of Oklahoma City, keep … [Read more...] about