The Knicks closed the best season of the century After arriving at the conference finals. There were the only ones who could stop the New York gale, which against every forecast was very close to reaching the NBA finals. Even so, the franchise's decision was to fire his coach: Tim Thibodeau.
Thibodeau It had the support of the workforce and the main stars that make it up, Mainly that of Jalen Brunson. However, the Knicks decided to make this movement with their minds put to get the NBA ring in the short term, a feat that did not see feasible with the coach of the last five years.
“Our organization is uniquely focused on winning a championship for our fans. This search has led us to make this difficult decision. We will move in another direction. We cannot fully thank Tom for putting the heart and soul to each and every day that has been the main coach of the Knicks. Not only has the last five seasons lead us with class and professionalism, but also with tremendous success on the court, “said Leon Rose, sports director of the franchise.
Jalen Brunson con los New York Knicks / EFE
The coach published an advertisement of a page in the 'New York Times' on Wednesday to say goodbye to their players, coaching staff and fans. “To the best city in the world with the best fans in the world: thanks,” began the publication of Thibodeau.
After having fired his coach, Knicks are still rejected in search of a new coach. Several names that have sounded for the New York bench come from university basketball, such as Jay Wrightone of those who said “no” to the team led by Jalen Brunson.
Jason Kidd, Dallas Mavericks coach / Agencies
In recent days, there have been several negatives that have been announced through the media. They are the cases of IME UDOCKA, coach of the Rockets, and Chris Finch, of the Timberwolves. In both situations, the franchises themselves did not allow the New York entity to negotiate with their respective technicians.
Another new rejection
The same has happened in the case of the Dallas Mavericks. According to the 'ESPN', The Knicks have been interested in the last hours by Jason Kiddalthough having a current contract with your club, you must first ask the franchise permission. As expected, the MAVs have responded with a “no” to those of New York.
It is clear that the Knicks fired Thibodeau without knowing what his substitute would be. Now, they are in a delicate situation and without having a clear vision of the coaches market. The New York has no choice but to call doors and wait for the flute to sound.
