The New York Knicks, after firing Tom Thibodeau, are eyeing Ime Udoka and Jason Kidd as potential replacements. Although both coaches are currently under contract, Udoka's successful tenure with the Rockets, where they won 52 games this season, has attracted Knicks’ interest. However, reports indicate that the Rockets would likely deny any requests for the Knicks to interview Udoka. The Knicks are reinventing their leadership after a successful playoff run, making this coaching decision crucial for their future.
The Knicks are expected to formally request an interview with Kidd, according to the report. The Rockets would likely reject such a request for Udoka, Stein said.
One source with knowledge of the Rockets' thinking told The Stein Line categorically that permission to speak with Udoka would be rejected if the Knicks requested it.
Both coaches are under contract with their current teams. Udoka signed a four-year deal with Houston in 2023.
The Knicks fired Tom Thibodeau on Tuesday following the franchise's most successful playoff run in 25 years.
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