Former NBA MVP weighs in on New York Knicks' coaching change
The Knicks pulled off their deepest playoff run in 25 years last season and were on the cusp of reaching the NBA Finals. In an effort to potentially get over the hump in 2026, the organization felt it was time to bring in a new voice to lead the coaching staff. This ended a five-year run in New York for Thibodeau where he posted a regular season record of 226-174 and a playoff record of 24-23.
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While appearing at a recent Nascar event in his hometown of Chicago, Derrick Rose was asked about Thibs being let go by the Knicks. He said he's spoken with his former coach since the firing and he remains in good spirits.
"I talk to Thibs after that and he's good, he's good," Rose said. "I think you can't be mad when you walking away with 30 million dollars so you can't be too sorry for him. But he is in good spirits and yeah that's my guy."
Thibodeau and Rose have a long history from their time together in Chicago and New York. Following a stint with the Chicago Bulls that was filled with highs and lows, the two reunited on the Knicks in 2021 when the front office traded for the former MVP. Rose would go on to spend two-and-a-half years with the franchise before spending his final season in the league with the Memphis Grizzlies.
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Upon announcing his retirement back in September of 2024, Rose is enjoying his life after basketball.
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