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Knicks Coach Confirms Playoff Lineup, Plans Nine-Man Rotation

4/7/2026

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Mike Brown, the Knicks coach, said the starting lineup will remain five for the playoffs.
He noted ongoing debates about lineup adjustments after his double-big switch.
The current lineup includes Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns.
Brown plans a nine-player playoff rotation with Miles McBride and Landry Shamet on the bench.

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Mike Brown, the Knicks coach, said the starting lineup will remain five for the playoffs.
He noted ongoing debates about lineup adjustments after his double-big switch.
The current lineup includes Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns.
Brown plans a nine-player playoff rotation with Miles McBride and Landry Shamet on the bench.