Tom Thibodeau's firing will feel like a distant memory to some fans of the New York Knicks. Since his dismissal from the franchise he spent five years
The Charlotte Hornets went 43-39 under James Borrego in the 2021-22 season, their most recent winning season. Steve Clifford returned for a second stint as head coach but stepped down after two disappointing years, posting a 48-116 record.
Golden State Warriors guard Jimmy Butler, who recently suffered an ACL injury, took time out to rekindle his relationship with his former coach. On Friday, a picture went viral of Butler laughing it up with Tom Thibodeau at an event he was hosting, per Rob Hwang of Write for Cal.
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When Tom Thibodeau was relieved of his duties after the Knicks’ unceremonious exit at the hands of the Indiana Pacers in May, there were a few prevailing grievances that led to the coach’s downfall.
Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.
The New York Knicks have since recovered from their mid-January schneid, having finally patched together a few wins. While Mike Brown struggled in eventually righting the ship, his predecessor found himself reaping the rewards of some revisionist history.
On Saturday night, the Chicago Bulls honored franchise icon Derrick Rose by lifting his jersey to the United Center rafters. Making the night even better was the fact that the Bulls beat the Boston Celtics in epic fashion, thanks to a late three-pointer from Kevin Huerter.
The grass isn't always greener on the other side. During last year's NBA Finals, New York Knicks former head coach Tom Thibodeau was relieved of his coaching duties with the organization putting out a statement on their X account speaking of the decision.
“In Leon Rose we trust,” said diehard city hoops fans everywhere. Well, that is until New York Knicks president Leon Rose no longer has Tom Thibodeau making his players look better than they actually are.
First comes denial. Then comes concern. Once those two emotions subside just a tad, anger and frustration enter the conversation. For many New York Knicks fans, all that’s left is delirium and a diabolical order to things that abides by the familiar “laugh instead of cry” mantra.
The New York Knicks advanced to the Eastern Conference Finals in 2025 for the first time in 25 years, but underwent some major changes afterwards. Head coach Tom Thibodeau was relieved of his duties and replaced by Mike Brown.
Former New York Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau seemingly threw some shade at his former team on social media Monday.
New York Knicks owner James Dolan has offered rare insight into the decision to part ways with former head coach Tom Thibodeau. Dolan’s comments made clear that respect remains, but the franchise felt it had reached its limit under his demanding style.
Owner James Dolan publicly discussed the Knicks for the first time in nearly three years on Monday during an interview with WFAN’s Craig Carton, writes Stefan Bondy of The New York Post.
NEW YORK – The New Year is often celebrated as an opportunity for new beginnings. The New York Knicks did not take their chance to turn a defensive page, beginning 2026 with a 111-99 loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Friday.
Tom Thibodeau isn’t holding back about how his time with the New York Knicks ended. Speaking with Ian O’Connor, the veteran coach opened up about the pain of his firing and how it changed the way he views loyalty in the NBA.
Just because Tom Thibodeau attended a practice with the Boston Celtics doesn’t mean he gave away the secrets from his time with the New York Knicks. The ousted coach finds himself uniquely placed between two Eastern Conference behemoths, and Knicks fans are worried about his recent visit to the Celtics.
When a coach is fired in a messy team divorce, and drops into the practice gym of a division rival—the tea is piping hot.
Former New York Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau is staying close to the NBA, even as he remains presently unemployed. Thibodeau was spotted attending the Oklahoma City Thunder shootaround on Friday.
Knicks head coach Mike Brown is already planning a crucial change for the 2024 Eastern Conference finalists.
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.
Tom Thibodeau had been at the helm for the New York Knicks since the 2020-21 season. However (after reaching the Eastern Conference finals for the first time in 25 years), the Knicks let go of Thibodeau this summer.
The Knicks initially struggled to land head-coaching interviews but could find a new head coach soon.
The New York Knicks' head-coaching search hasn't exactly gone according to plan.
Since releasing Thibodeau from his head-coaching role, the New York Knicks have received significant criticism.
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