The New York Knicks are expected to be a serious NBA Finals contender in 2025-26. Weirdly, New York fired its head coach, Tom Thibodeau, shortly after the Knicks were eliminated by the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference FInals. After a somewhat embarrassing head coaching search that involved attempting to court currently-employed head coaches away from their NBA teams, the Knicks ultimately hired Mike Brown to replace Thibodeau. In speaking with reporters, Brunson and Knicks guard Josh Hart acknowledged that they are excited about Brown, but they also showed love to Thibodeau. But obviously, we have Mike and we’re extremely excited about what he brings to the table offensively and defensively.