The New York Knicks have faced setbacks in their search for a new head coach after requesting permission to interview Jason Kidd of the Dallas Mavericks, which was firmly denied. This rejection adds to the challenges the team is facing in filling the coaching position following the dismissal of Tom Thibodeau. The Knicks also had requests for Minnesota Timberwolves coach Chris Finch and Houston Rockets coach Ime Udoka turned down.

Thibodeau's firing came after he led the Knicks to their first Eastern Conference Finals appearance in 25 years. In a public farewell, he expressed gratitude towards the Knicks and their fans, reflecting on his time as a dream job. With Thibodeau's exit, the Knicks are now exploring additional coaching candidates in the hopes of revitalizing their franchise.