Why Was Tom Thibodeau Fired? Real Reason Behind Knicks’ Drastic Decision on Head Coach

The New York Knicks made it to the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time in two and a half decades. So, of course, the expectations were higher than ever before from Tom Thibodeau and his men. Especially after they came here after taking care of business against the defending champions, the Boston Celtics. The New York faithful believed that after years of pain, this was their moment in history, only for them to be devastated by the outcome.

The Knicks fans were met with reality against the Indiana Pacers, who crushed them in six games. Now, after that humiliating exit, the team’s front office is already making huge waves. Yes, there’s a huge change coming in the franchise as they remain focused on winning a championship. To do so, they’ve decided to part ways with long-time head coach Tom Thibodeau just days after their exit from the playoffs.

ESPN’s Shams Charania broke this earth-shattering news. “Tom Thibodeau led the Knicks to their first East Finals in 25 years, made playoffs in 4 of 5 years, and led Knicks to consecutive 50+ win seasons for the first time since the 1990s. The Knicks are singularly focused on their pursuit of a championship and believe a new voice will serve as the focus for the organization’s next step, sources said. After five seasons with the Knicks, Tom Thibodeau is out as head coach.” Charania wrote on Instagram.

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