The New York Knicks are in search of a new head coach after parting ways with Tom Thibodeau, but their efforts have faced significant obstacles. They encountered rejections when attempting to interview several high-profile candidates, including Chris Finch from the Minnesota Timberwolves, Ime Udoka of the Houston Rockets, Jason Kidd from the Dallas Mavericks, Quin Snyder of the Atlanta Hawks, and Billy Donovan of the Chicago Bulls. Initially, there was mutual interest between the Knicks and Kidd, yet he preferred to negotiate a long-term deal with Dallas instead.

In the coaching carousel, Snyder and Donovan also withdrew from consideration. Snyder, recognized for his offensive prowess during his tenure with the Utah Jazz, was unable to advance past the second round of the playoffs. Meanwhile, Donovan, who has had a mixed record with the Chicago Bulls, is still regarded for his coaching skills. Finch's recent success with the Timberwolves, including two consecutive trips to the Western Conference Finals, made him an attractive candidate. Given the Knicks' recent playoff performance, this offseason is crucial as they look to leverage their roster investments.