Overview

• Mike Brown, a two-time NBA Coach of the Year with a 454-304 career record, was officially introduced as New York’s head coach on July 7.
• The Knicks agreed to cover the full $33 million remaining on Tom Thibodeau’s contract, and Derrick Rose reported that Thibodeau is in good spirits following his departure.
• Free-agent forwards Guerschon Yabusele and Jordan Clarkson have been signed to upgrade a second unit that ranked last in bench scoring during the 2024-25 season.
• New York has reached out to multiple backup guards, including inquiries on players after missing out on Dante Exum and Ben Simmons, to fit Brown’s faster-paced system.
• NBA analyst Brad Botkin has speculated that the franchise may trade Mikal Bridges this summer to avoid a potential $156 million extension and preserve roster flexibility.