Rick Pitino, head coach of the St. John's Red Storm, definitively stated he is not interested in the New York Knicks coaching position following the dismissal of Tom Thibodeau. During a public event at Yankee Stadium, Pitino's brief response to inquiries about the vacancy was simply, "Absolutely not." He also expressed sympathy for Thibodeau, highlighting his contributions to New York basketball and recognizing that despite the challenging turn of events, Thibodeau will likely find another coaching opportunity soon. Pitino's commitment to his current role suggests he values his position with the Red Storm.
Rick Pitino's unequivocal rejection of the New York Knicks coaching job underscores his current commitment to the St. John's Red Storm and his respect for Tom Thibodeau.
Pitino expressed sympathy for Thibodeau, acknowledging his impact on New York basketball, and remarked that he feels bad for him due to the unforeseen circumstances surrounding his dismissal.
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