Mike Brown leads Knicks to historic playoff success in 2026
CBS NBA • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 1:44 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Mike Brown has transformed the New York Knicks since taking over for Tom Thibodeau, leading them to an impressive 15-3 record in the 2026 playoffs. Under Brown's guidance, the Knicks have significantly improved their offense, moving from 28th to 12th in 3-point attempts and showcasing a better passing game. This season, the team is on the verge of their first championship in 53 years, needing just one more win. Sources highlight Brown's strategic changes and effective player utilization as key factors in their postseason success.
- •Knicks are 15-3 in the 2026 playoffs; best point differential in playoff history.
- •Brown improved Knicks' offense and minimized player minutes effectively.
- •Knicks on the verge of their first championship in 53 years.
- •Brown took over for Thibodeau in the 2024-25 season.
- •Knicks outscored opponents by 279 points in playoffs.
- 1:44 PMCBS NBA — Mike Brown was a victim of the NBA's coach-firing trend, and then he became its greatest success story
"Brown took over for Tom Thibodeau and immediately took the Knicks to new heights... so what can the rest of the NBA glean from that hire?
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