Dolan calls for Knicks coaching change after playoff exit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 2:43 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
After the New York Knicks were eliminated in Game 6 against Indiana, team owner James Dolan expressed dissatisfaction with coach Tom Thibodeau. Dolan emphasized the need for improvement in player development, collaboration, and flexibility from the coaching staff. Exit meetings with players suggested the coaching situation was under review. Next steps for the franchise in search of a new direction remain unclear.
- •Knicks lost to Indiana in Game 6 of the playoffs.
- •Dolan pointed to Thibodeau's issues with player development.
- •Dolan desires a coaching approach that fosters collaboration.
- •Exit meetings revealed players' sentiments on coaching changes.
- •Future coaching staff decisions are yet to be announced.
- 2:43 AMYahoo Sports — Dolan, in particular, desired a change because he felt …
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