US EditionKnicks fire coach Tom Thibodeau following loss in Eastern Conference finals
- On Tuesday, June 3, 2025, the New York Knicks parted ways with head coach Tom Thibodeau, shortly after their elimination by the Indiana Pacers in the sixth game of the Eastern Conference finals.
- The firing followed the Knicks' best playoff run in 25 years, led by Thibodeau, with the decision coming from team president Leon Rose and approved by owner Jim Dolan amid the pursuit of a championship.
- Thibodeau coached the Knicks for five seasons, posting a 226-174 regular season record with four playoff appearances, while the team also made key offseason trades for All-Stars Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges.
- Leon Rose expressed deep gratitude for Tom Thibodeau’s dedication and commitment throughout his tenure as head coach of the New York Knicks, highlighting his leadership and professionalism despite critiques of his coaching approach.
- The Knicks' decision to move on suggests the organization seeks a new voice to end their championship drought despite recent success, as fans expressed mixed reactions to the unexpected move.
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