Kidd Uduka Finch? Who is the new Knicks coach?

After losing in the Eastern Conference Finals and Thiboddeau's dismissal, the Eastern Conference power that has risen sharply in recent seasons suddenly fell into an embarrassing situation where there is no leader. Although he once won the runner-up in the Eastern Conference this season, such results are obviously not in line with management expectations. After being eliminated in the playoffs, the Knicks continued to be a new coach, bringing some different content to help the team break through to the Eastern Conference.

According to reporter Ian Bergley, the Knicks have recently contacted the Houston Rockets, hoping to obtain permission to negotiate with the Rockets Uduka, but the Rockets refused.

As a key candidate to help the rise of the Rockets' youth army, Uduka is a high-quality coach who has established a new system. He has a tough coaching style and a distinct defensive system. For a new powerful man like the Knicks, he is indeed a good candidate for a new coach. But from the Rockets' side, this choice is not wise.

Previously, Rockets reporter Kelly Iko revealed that the team's management did not consider any possibility of breaking up with Uduka at all, and the two sides have been committed to long-term cooperation. The team is currently actively operating the offseason trading reinforcement and has no other ideas about changing coaches.

The same thing happened between the Knicks and the Timberwolves. Previously, the Knicks tried to communicate with Chris Finch on the coach issue, but the Timberwolves also rejected it. At the same time, there was news earlier that the Knicks management had contacted Mavericks coach Jason Kidd, but the Mavericks' attitude was more direct. The team official made a direct statement that Kidd will continue to coach the team next season.

According to famous reporter Shams and The Athletic reporter Sam Amik, the Mavericks general manager, Nico Harrison, had previously made it clear to the new assistant coach Triano that Kidd's position as the coach is stable enough and no interview request will be accepted.

Three times in a row, the Knicks all hit a wall and returned.

At this critical juncture, ESPN famous mouthpiece Stephen A-Smith gave a suggestion: he believed that the Knicks could hire Mark Jackson as the team's head coach.

"He is a native of New Yorker and was also a member of this team. He understands New York and the aura of Madison Square Garden. You don't need to listen to what James Dolan or Lyon Ross said. As long as Mark Jackson stands there, someone will talk in New York."

As Mark Jackson's coach resume, he laid the prototype of the dynasty during his coaching of the Warriors and was also the foundation for Cole to lead the team to win four championships. Although he has been away from the head coach for many years, in the eyes of many fans and media people, he is still a trustworthy head coach. For the Knicks today, what they need is a tactical master who lays a brand new foundation for the team.

As for the former coach Thibodeau, his departure was actually exposed early. Although he led the team to achieve outstanding results, according to reports from multiple media outlets, there have been conflicts within the team, and many players have heard of not wanting to play for Thibodeau. As for the dismissal of the coach this time, it comes directly from the team boss James Dolan's direct decision.

So, now the question arises: Who would still be willing to come to the Knicks? Who is suitable to come to the Knicks?

Although it has been making continuous achievements in recent years, the Knicks' problems have never been just the head coach. There are unstable factors buried in the team from the boss to the lineup structure. After vigorously signing, it is still hitting walls one after another. The Knicks management may really be the time to think about the problem calmly.

At present, the Knicks still have the opportunity to apply for interview permits from other coaches in the league. But from the moment, there are few feasible options on the market. After more wallets, it is not ruled out that the Knicks will eventually choose some non-mainstream options.

For this New York Knicks, which rekindled hope, it seems that they have formed the strongest lineup team, but from a long-term perspective, they are currently standing at the intersection. As for who can end up being the next person to lead Madison Square? Let's wait and see next.