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Knicks make it official, hire Mike Brown as head coach

The New York Knicks hired two-time NBA Coach of the Year Mike Brown as their new head coach on Monday. Brown, 55, was fired by the Sacramento Kings last December after two-plus seasons.

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Knicks Announce Mike Brown As Coach, Cite ‘Championship Pedigree’

The New York Knicks have officially named Mike Brown as their next coach. Brown, 55, has previously served as head coach of the Cleveland Cavaliers (twice), Los Angeles Lakers and most recently, the Sacramento Kings.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / July 7

Knicks Officially Sign Two Free Agents

The New York Knicks have made things official with two of their free agent signees. The team announced today that it has officially signed shooting guard Jordan Clarkson and power forward Guerschon Yabusele.

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Jordan Clarkson News / Fastbreak on SI / July 7

New York Knicks Officially Sign Former NBA 6th Man Of The Year

Jordan Clarkson is one of the most skilled scorers in the NBA. The 33-year-old has averaged at least 15 points per game in eight out of his 11 seasons as a pro.

New York Knicks News / Last Word On Sports / July 7

5 Summer League Knicks Players to Watch

After a week of NBA free agency, activity around the league is starting to cool down. There’ll still be some smaller trades and signings made, and perhaps even a blockbuster deal of some kind.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / July 7

Knicks Inching Closer to Top of Power Rankings

The New York Knicks are making improvements to their roster over the course of the offseason, hoping to get over the hump and into the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / July 7

Knicks Unveil 2025 Summer League Roster

Basketball is anything but out for summer for the New York Knicks. With a new head coach and a couple of veterans added to their ledgers, the Knicks are set to join their NBA brethren in Las Vegas for Summer League play between Cox Pavilion and the Thomas & Mack Center.

Tom Thibodeau News / Athlon Sports / July 7

Former Knicks Guard, NBA MVP Gets Candid About Tom Thibodeau After Firing

It has been an interesting offseason thus far for the New York Knicks as they try to upgrade their roster and make a run at a championship next season.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / July 7

Derrick Rose Shares Update About Former Knicks HC's Future

Former New York Knick Derrick Rose sees a blooming future for the organization's past and present. Serving as the grand marshal for the NASCAR Cup Series' Chicago Street Race gave Rose an opportunity to comment on the metropolitan developments, ones that bid head coach Tom Thibodeau farewell in favor of Mike Brown.

Tyler Kolek News / Empire Sports Media / July 7

Knicks’ high-upside point guard could use Summer League as a catapult into prominent role

New York Knicks guard Tyler Kolek made a strong impression in Summer League last year, but it didn’t result in a bunch of playing time. This time around, he could find his way into a bigger role if he shows out again.

Jalen Brunson News / New York Knicks on SI / July 7

Knicks' Jalen Brunson Must Improve One Trait

The New York Knicks will live and die by Jalen Brunson as long as he is the leader of the team. Brunson's performance on both ends of the floor will likely dictate whether the Knicks are champions or one of the bridesmaids of the NBA season.

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New York Knicks News / Empire Sports Media / July 7

Knicks could target pesky defensive guard in free agency

The New York Knicks made two big moves in free agency to improve their offense. They signed Jordan Clarkson and Guerschon Yabusele to provide the bench depth that they were missing last season.

Mike Brown News / New York Knicks on SI / July 7

Mike Brown Will Improve Knicks Offense

The New York Knicks are hoping to get better with new head coach Mike Brown leading the way. Brown should provide a fresh perspective compared to Tom Thibodeau, who was fired last month after five seasons with the team.

Guerschon Yabusele News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 7

How Guerschon Yabusele signing will help Knicks add another player

As the NBA offseason moves continue, the New York Knicks signed free agent forward Guerschon Yabusele to a two-year deal. The Knicks wasted no time addressing their frontcourt needs as Yabusele joins All-Star Karl-Anthony Towns and Mitchell Robinson.

Bill Simmons News / NBA Analysis Network / July 7

Bill Simmons claims ‘interesting’ New York Knicks free agent signing would have fitted well with the LA Lakers

The New York Knicks have signed a player who would have done well on the LA Lakers, says Bill Simmons. The New York Knicks have had a turbulent few weeks.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / July 7

Knicks Upgraded Offense Following Free Agency Haul

The New York Knicks of the early-mid 2020s had an identity. They embodied their coach, Tom Thibodeau, in hustling on defense, grinding out the minutes and attempted to recreate the gritty brand of basketball the team became known for during their 1990s heyday.

Tom Thibodeau News / Hardwood Heroics / July 7

'He’s Good' – Former MVP Addressed the New York Knicks Firing Tom Thibodeau

The term “loyalty” seems to be foreign to everyone in the NBA, since it affects more than just players. After the 2024-25 season, the New York Knicks thought that head coach Tom Thibodeau‘s time with the franchise was up.

Guerschon Yabusele News / Fastbreak on SI / July 7

New York Knicks Officially Sign 3-Year NBA Player

Guerschon Yabusele returned to the NBA during the 2024-25 season (as a member of the Philadelphia 76ers). He finished the year with averages of 11.0 points, 5.6 rebounds and 2.1 assists per contest while shooting 50.1% from the field and 38.0% from the three-point range in 70 games.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 6

The move New York Knicks still must make in 2025 NBA free agency

New York is finally back to relevance. For years, Madison Square Garden felt more like a haunted house than the Mecca of basketball. Now, though, there’s real hope.

New York Knicks News / Larry Brown Sports / July 6

Kendrick Perkins calls on Karl-Anthony Towns to lose weight

Kendrick Perkins was one of the heavier NBA players of his era, but now he is criticizing Karl-Anthony Towns over his weight. During an appearance this week on his “Perk Unplugged” podcast, the ESPN analyst Perkins called for the New York Knicks star big man Towns to shed some pounds.

New York Knicks News / Knicks X-Factor / July 7

LeBron in New York? He already had his chance with the Knicks

To kick off NBA free agency, LeBron James exercised his $52.6 million player option to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers for the upcoming 2025-26 season.