In the playoffs, the coaching staff remained cautious about their future, understanding that the Pistons’ first-round losses and even the second-round losses against the Celtics could mean change. Thibodeau absorbed criticism about the starter’s time, which was hardly new, but the New York roster was the healthiest criticism of the NBA’s entire season and ended the playoffs in the playoffs with no one getting hurt. The coach has been backed by team president Leon Rose, and Brunson’s full buy, league sources said. But in the end, owner James Dolan is the ultimate decision-maker.
Source: The New York Times
Source: The New York Times
