In the 2024-25 season, the New York Knicks achieved a 51-31 record, reaching the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time in 25 years. Despite their strong performance, they lost in six games to the Indiana Pacers. Following this playoff elimination, the Knicks decided to part ways with head coach Tom Thibodeau, who had served five seasons. The team sought to interview Chris Finch and Ime Udoka for the vacant head coach position but was denied permission, prompting a shift in focus to Mavericks’ Jason Kidd as a potential candidate.
The New York Knicks, after a successful 2024-25 season where they reached the Eastern Conference Finals, parted ways with head coach Tom Thibodeau, reflecting a shift in direction.
NBA insider Ian Begley revealed that the Knicks were denied permission to interview notable coaches Chris Finch and Ime Udoka, significantly impacting their coaching search post-Thibodeau.
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