Mike Brown confirms failure of lineup experiment with Towns and Brunson
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 3:57 PM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown acknowledged that his early season experiment involving Karl-Anthony Towns and Jalen Brunson did not yield positive results. Following an 0-3 start, Brown discussed the need for both players to remain on the court together, noting that their simultaneous absence disrupted the team's offensive flow. He reflected on his strategy from the previous season, where different lineups were tested effectively, in contrast to the current approach. Moving forward, Brown must reevaluate lineup options to enhance team performance after the Knicks secured their first win of the season.
- •Mike Brown admitted the Towns and Brunson lineup experiment failed.
- •The Knicks started the season 0-3 before securing their first win.
- •Brown aims to keep both stars on the court together more often.
- •Experimentation with different lineups was successful last season.
- •Brown must find better lineup combinations moving forward.
- 3:57 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks' Mike Brown admits Karl-Anthony Towns, Jalen Brunson lineup experiment already failed
"New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown has already admitted that one of his early season plans didn't work. It is safe to say he is going to need Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns on the court at all times.
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