The New York Knicks are shifting their focus from external coaching candidates to those currently available, set to interview Taylor Jenkins and Mike Brown next week. Jenkins, recently let go by the Memphis Grizzlies, is regarded as one of the winningest coaches in franchise history, while Brown has a wealth of experience, having previously coached the Sacramento Kings and Cleveland Cavaliers.

In addition to these interviews, the Knicks are considering reaching out to currently employed coaches, including Jason Kidd of the Dallas Mavericks and Billy Donovan of the Chicago Bulls, both of whom might be seeking contract extensions from their teams. If those negotiations falter, they could become potential candidates for the Knicks. The team is also exploring options with assistant coaches, including Johnnie Bryant, a former Knicks assistant now with the Cleveland Cavaliers.

The firing of Tom Thibodeau, who guided the Knicks to their first Eastern Conference Finals in 25 years, has left the franchise in a transitional phase. The Knicks are taking their time to ensure they find the right candidate before moving forward with a hire.