NBA Coaches React to Tom Thibodeau's Firing and Knicks' Future
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Sports Illustrated
Rick Pitino expressed sympathy for Tom Thibodeau after the New York Knicks fired him shortly after their first Eastern Conference finals appearance in 25 years, citing Thibodeau's significant contributions and success during his tenure. The decision was part of a broader NBA coaching carousel, with team president Leon Rose emphasizing the pursuit of a championship as the reason for the change.