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Knicks Coaching Search Stalls After Interview Requests Denied

Rival franchises have refused to release their head coaches, prompting the Knicks to consider alternative candidates from veteran ranks alongside emerging assistants for the position.

Head coach Tom Thibodeau of the New York Knicks looks on against the Detroit Pistons during the first quarter in Game Two of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on April 21, 2025 in New York City.
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Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd talks with reporters before an NBA basketball game against the Orlando Magic, Thursday, March 27, 2025, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

Overview

  • The Knicks have yet to interview any candidates after NBA rivals refused permission to speak with Jason Kidd, Chris Finch and Ime Udoka.
  • Without significant draft capital, the team cannot offer meaningful compensation to rival franchises seeking to retain their coaches.
  • Free-agent mentors including Mike Brown, Luke Walton, Mike Budenholzer and Jeff Van Gundy are now on New York’s radar.
  • Assistant coaches Royal Ivey, Dave Bliss and Jerry Stackhouse have emerged as possible head coach contenders.
  • The search’s impasse heightens pressure on Leon Rose and the front office to secure a hire capable of advancing the team’s championship aspirations.