The New York Knicks are actively pursuing new head coaching candidates following the dismissal of Tom Thibodeau, who led the team to its first Eastern Conference Finals in 25 years. Initially, the Knicks reached out to five rival teams, including the Minnesota Timberwolves regarding Chris Finch and the Dallas Mavericks about Jason Kidd, among others. There are whispers within the league suggesting that both Kidd and the Chicago Bulls' Billy Donovan may seek extensions with their current teams, but if those don’t materialize, the Knicks could be a viable landing spot.

Notably, the Knicks have plans to interview Taylor Jenkins, formerly of the Memphis Grizzlies, and Mike Brown, formerly of the Sacramento Kings. Kidd's recent success with the Mavericks, highlighted by a Finals run, may tempt him back to Dallas, especially with the team poised to draft a top prospect. Meanwhile, Donovan's mixed success in Chicago could impact his attractiveness to the Knicks, given his struggles to build a contender. This coaching shakeup is pivotal for New York as they aim to build on their playoff success.