Usage abnormalities with star players and an overall failure to get the most out of a talented roster were leading reasons why the New York Knicks fired Tom Thibodeau this week after he guided the franchise to its first conference finals appearance in 25 seasons,

The New York Knicks were considering firing former head coach Tom Thibodeau for "months" before he led his team to the 2025 Eastern Conference finals, according to ESPN's Ramona Shelburne.

The New York Knicks are addressing some flaws to their team by firing head coach Tom Thibodeau. Thibodeau enjoyed some success with the Knicks in his five years as head coach, but it wasn't enough to warrant keeping his job for the 2025-26 campaign.