Mike D’Antoni reflects on Knicks tenure during Hall of Fame speech

Mike D’Antoni, recently inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, reflected on his tenure with the New York Knicks during his speech. He highlighted the 'Linsanity' phenomenon, which made a significant impact in 2012 thanks to Jeremy Lin, who was also present. D’Antoni acknowledged the challenges he faced with the Knicks, where he coached for three and a half seasons and made the postseason only once. Despite a record of 121-167, D’Antoni's influence on the game continued with the Houston Rockets and James Harden. He congratulated the Knicks on their 2026 NBA Championship win before addressing his past experiences with the team and the unforgettable moments with Lin.

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