The New York Knicks have formally shown interest in Chris Finch, the Minnesota Timberwolves' head coach, as they seek to fill the void left by Tom Thibodeau. Despite this interest, the Timberwolves have firmly supported Finch, refusing to allow the Knicks to interview him. Finch has been instrumental in transforming the Timberwolves into a competitive team, largely around the talents of emerging superstar Anthony Edwards. With Finch at the helm, Minnesota seeks to solidify its position in the Western Conference and potentially contend for a spot in the NBA Finals.

Finch's leadership has shifted the Timberwolves from being a struggling franchise to a playoff contender, creating a strong system that players respect. The Knicks, meanwhile, are exploring other coaching options, including Ime Udoka and Jason Kidd, indicating a challenging search ahead as they aim to find the right fit to lead their roster.