The New York Knicks' decision to fire head coach Tom Thibodeau after a successful season, which included reaching the Eastern Conference Finals, has sparked debate on coaching expectations in the NBA. Eric Koreen highlights the complexity of judging merit in coaching, suggesting that winning alone may not suffice. Some players voiced discomfort with the influence of assistant coach Rick Brunson, potentially impacting the decision. Team president Leon Rose consulted players before the move, emphasizing the organization's championship focus. This situation raises broader questions about the criteria for success in professional sports leadership.
As Koreen puts it: "It has never been harder to determine what 'deserve' means when it comes to leading an NBA team."
Michael Blake said, "Our goal is to win the finals, not to get to the conference finals."
One source told Amico that Rick is "the person with the most power in the entire organization."
Rose said, "Our organization is singularly focused on winning a championship... we truly wish [Tom] nothing but the best."
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