The Knicks axed Thibodeau last week after five seasons and four playoff appearances, including the franchise's first Eastern Conference finals appearance in 25 seasons. … [Read more...] about Ex-NBA coach P.J. Carlesimo crushes Knicks over Tom Thibodeau firing: ‘Their own worst enemy’
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Knicks’ Coaching Requests Were Always a Pipe Dream
Perhaps the hottest story in basketball outside of the NBA Finals is the New York Knicks’ coaching search. After firing Tom Thibodeau last week, sparking controversy around the league, New York is under pressure to nail their next hire. One of the main reasons their surprising decision was controversial was the lack of obvious available coaching candidates to replace Thibs. If … [Read more...] about Knicks’ Coaching Requests Were Always a Pipe Dream
Knicks Passed Up Legit Championship Opportunity
Watching the rest of the NBA Playoffs is always an interesting experience for recently eliminated teams and their fans. It must be even more painful for the players and coaches themselves, knowing they came up just short of a chance to hoist the trophy. No one should feel more disappointed than the New York Knicks. NY can confidently say they were the third-best team in … [Read more...] about Knicks Passed Up Legit Championship Opportunity
Trade Rumors: Celtics, Durant, Knicks, Pelicans, Spurs, Magic
The Celtics won’t be actively looking to move Jaylen Brown or Derrick White this offseason, but they also don’t necessarily view either player as untouchable, ESPN’s Shams Charania said on Wednesday during an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show (YouTube link). “The primary focus, from my understanding, with the Celtics’ offseason has been Jrue Holiday, Kristaps Porzingis, (and) … [Read more...] about Trade Rumors: Celtics, Durant, Knicks, Pelicans, Spurs, Magic
Billy Donovan To Knicks Considered ‘More Plausible’ Than Other Employed Coaches
The New York Knicks have requested permission to speak to at least five currently employed head coaches in Jason Kidd, Ime Udoka, Chris Finch, Billy Donovan and Quin Snyder and were denied by all five incumbent teams. Kidd and Donovan are the two candidates that still could emerge for the Knicks as they search for a replacement for Tom Thibodeau. "I will say the Billy Donovan … [Read more...] about Billy Donovan To Knicks Considered ‘More Plausible’ Than Other Employed Coaches