Overview

• Indiana Pacers assistant Mike Weinar formally withdrew from consideration for New York’s lead assistant and offensive coordinator role, citing family commitments and loyalty to Rick Carlisle.
• Former Knicks guard Pablo Prigioni previously rejected the position to remain with Minnesota, leaving Charlotte Hornets assistant Chris Jent as the only front-of-bench candidate for the offense.
• Brendan O’Connor has been locked in as Mike Brown’s defensive coordinator after joining the staff in late July.
• Early staff additions Charles Allen and Riccardo Fois reflect Brown’s strategy of building around trusted former Sacramento Kings assistants.
• Rick Brunson is expected to relinquish his lead assistant coach role as the franchise reshapes its front-bench hierarchy.