Knicks Fired Tom Thibodeau over Jalen Brunson's Usage, Schematic Shortcomings During NBA Playoffs, per Report
- Following their six-game defeat to Indiana in the Eastern Conference finals, the New York Knicks decided to part ways with head coach Tom Thibodeau this week.
- The decision was influenced by concerns over Thibodeau's heavy use of the team's star guard, who faced time sidelined this season due to ankle and calf injuries.
- Brunson averaged 26 points and 7.3 assists this season, playing nearly 38 minutes per game in the playoffs, while the Brunson-Towns pick-and-roll efficiency declined after February.
- A league source told ESPN's Ramona Shelburne that Thibodeau was "out-coached" in the playoffs, and the Knicks front office and players grew tired of his old-school, grind-heavy style.
- Thibodeau's firing leaves the Knicks searching for their 32nd head coach, aiming for a voice that better manages player usage and offensive adjustments.
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Report Reveals Why Knicks Fired Head Coach
The New York Knicks recently fired head coach Tom Thibodeau, but he didn’t just lose his job because the team fell short in the Eastern Conference Finals. According to reports, he lost it because the front office and players alike were tired of his old-school, grind-them-to-the-ground style. Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart, and Mikal Bridges ranked among the league leaders in minutes played. And while toughness is a virtue in New York, there’s a fine l…
Jalen Brunson's Usage Reportedly 'Raised Concerns' Prior to Knicks Firing Thibodeau
One of the potential reasons the New York Knicks fired head coach Tom Thibodeau this week was the heavy minutes he played star point guard Jalen Brunson, one of the familiar critiques of Thibodeau's coaching style throughout his career.
The many Jalen Brunson questions at the center of Knicks’ coaching search
We have yet to hear Brunson’s thoughts on Tom Thiobdeau's firing — that likely will come with the release of his next podcast — or how much say he will have in the hiring of the next coach.
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