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Knicks Hire Mike Brown, Eye Phil Handy for Coaching

7/6/2025

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The New York Knicks are shaking things up by hiring Mike Brown as their new head coach, stepping in for Tom Thibodeau. Set to sign next week, Brown brings a player-focused coaching style that emphasizes development and strategic adaptability. The Knicks are also eyeing Phil Handy, a former Lakers assistant, to bolster their coaching team.

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Story summary

The New York Knicks are shaking things up by hiring Mike Brown as their new head coach, stepping in for Tom Thibodeau. Set to sign next week, Brown brings a player-focused coaching style that emphasizes development and strategic adaptability. The Knicks are also eyeing Phil Handy, a former Lakers assistant, to bolster their coaching team.