Head coach Tom Thibodeau pens an emotional goodbye after the New York Knicks’ exit, thanks his fans for their support | NBA News
Amidst the heavy-duty basketball season, the New York Knicks decided to fire their head coach, Tom Thibodeau, after facing a difficult challenge, despite being able to enter the Eastern Conference Finals. It has been a tough ride for Tom and the Knicks. But nearly weeks after the decision, Tom decided to speak up and thanked his fans and players in a newspaper advertisement.
Tom Thibodeau speaks out after getting fired by New York Knicks
Tom Thibodeau has been a brilliant coach, as per many New York Knicks fans. He has been with the team throughout its difficult journey and has ensured the team stays strong, no matter what. It has been a pleasure to see him.Tom has loved coaching the Knicks’ players, and he also enjoyed his time there. He placed an advertisement in The New York Times, where he expressed his love for all. He said, in the advertisement, “To the best city in the world with the best fans in the world: Thank you. When I was hired in 2020, I said this was my dream job. I am grateful that the dream became a reality. Thank you to our players and coaching staff who gave everything they had, and to everyone who makes this franchise special.”Further, he said, “I am proud of everything we accomplished together, including four playoff appearances and this year’s run to the Eastern Conference finals- our first in 25 years. And to the fans, thank you for believing in me and embracing me from day one. Watching you support our team, and seeing the Garden ignite with that incomparable Knicks energy, is something I will never forget.”Even as the New York Knicks have fired their head coach, the team doesn’t have a proper strategy yet, as it is not clear who will replace Tom Thibodeau Now that the NBA Draft is coming up, it will be interesting to see how it fares out for the Knicks, as they will be without a head coach and experts have criticized the planning.As per The Ringer, Veteran NBA coach P. J. Carlesimo said, “That’s the Knicks. They don’t know what they’re doing. They are their own worst enemy. They’ve been their own worst enemy…I thought [Thibs] did a great job. Where are they going? I don’t know who made the decision…I don’t believe the players made the decision.”Also Read: NBA Trade Rumors: New York Knicks Could Land $194,219,320 Phoenix Suns Star Kevin Durant In Shock Move After Tom Thibodeau FiringIt is a difficult spot to be in for the Knicks, as the game is only getting closer with other teams making full utilization of their players and head coaches.
