Overview

• The Mavericks issued a firm rejection when the Knicks sought permission to interview Jason Kidd, who remains under contract through 2026-27.
• The Houston Rockets and Minnesota Timberwolves also refused New York’s formal requests to speak with Ime Udoka and Chris Finch, respectively.
• Tom Thibodeau was surprisingly fired days after leading the Knicks to their first Eastern Conference Finals appearance in 25 years.
• With all active coaches off-limits, the franchise is evaluating candidates without current head-coaching duties, including Michael Malone and Johnnie Bryant.
• The organization aims to name a successor quickly as it prepares for the NBA Draft and the 2025-26 season.