Snappy newsletters. Simple Facebook sharing. Spirited comments. Sweet features are waiting… GET THEM NOW!

With Van Gundy Out, Knicks May Tap Jackson

Former player in a 'one-horse race' to coach troubled team

By Katherine Thompson, Newser Staff

Posted Apr 21, 2008 8:29 AM CDT

(Newser) – Former Knick Mark Jackson may be the logical frontrunner to step into Isiah Thomas' old shoes, despite Jackson's lack of coaching experience. Jeff Van Gundy has suggested that the hiring process is a "one-horse race," effectively taking himself out of consideration. The other... Read full story »

COMMENTS

Read the comment policy

You need to Log in to Newser to comment. Don't have an account yet? Sign up now!

There are no comments

A snapshot of the day's best news stories.

View Larger Grid

All Today Yesterday Pick a Date

What's Popular Now on Facebook

Cops Shoot Naked Guy Eating Man's Face on Highway

Japanese Artist Serves Up Own Cooked Genitals

New York Daily News (Source Grid »)

Knicks assistant to interview today
Newsday

Jackson indicated his interest very publicly
New York Times

Sports

NBA • Chicago Bulls • Jeff Van Gundy • New York Knicks • Isiah Thomas • coaching hires • Donnie Walsh • Mark Jackson

More Newser Stories

Knicks Fire Coach Thomas

Patience finally runs out on woeful 'rebuilding' process at Madison Square Garden

(NEWSER) - Isiah Thomas was fired today as head coach of the New York Knicks, the Times reports. Team president Donnie Walsh said that Thomas will remain as an adviser, although he’ll have no direct responsibilities. The Knicks were 56-108 in his two seasons at coach; they've made little headway since Thomas was named team president in 2003 and tasked with rebuilding the franchise. More»

Walsh: No Decision Yet on Isiah

Thomas a hot topic at introductory press conference

(NEWSER) - Embattled Knicks coach—and former president—Isiah Thomas was a popular subject at the inaugural press conference of Donnie Walsh, his replacement at the top of the organization. However, Walsh offered no immediate judgment of Thomas's performance in New York, speaking of him only in vague and positive terms: "He has a great basketball mind." More»

Dolan Still Wants Thomas

Owner says he won't get in way of a new GM, but hopes Isiah remains on bench

(NEWSER) - Donnie Walsh's handshake agreement to run the Knicks next season could end up being a goodbye wave if owner James Dolan meddles too much, reports the New York Daily News. Dolan had said he won't step in if Walsh wants to replace coach Isiah Thomas, but he also made it very clear he wants Thomas back as the coach. More»

LeBron James Picks Miami

Sorry Cavs, Knicks, and Bulls

(NEWSER) - LeBron James is leaving Cleveland for the Miami Heat. Or as the Miami Herald puts it: "The King is coming." The Cleveland Plain Dealer takes a dimmer view: "Legone," as does the New York Daily News , which hoped for a new Knick: "Burned!" James made his pick tonight during an unprecedented ESPN special, confirming rumors that caused a serious run on the Heat's season tickets this afternoon. More»

LeBron Sweepstakes Begins

And with it the biggest free agent summer in history

(NEWSER) - The scramble over the richest free agent class in NBA history officially tips off today, and all eyes are on one man. LeBron James won't be traveling to visit his suitors. The King will hold court at home in Akron, where first the Nets, and then the Knicks, Bulls, Heat, and Clippers will journey to make their pitches today, the New York Times reports. Last night, crowds gathered outside James's home to wave signs entreating him to reject them all and resign with Cleveland. More»

NEWS FROM OUR PARTNERS

What is Newser?

Face it: there's too much news. At Newser, we choose the most thought-provoking and entertaining stories from hundreds of US and international sources and reduce them to a headline, picture, and two paragraphs. And we do it 24/7—you can come back morning, noon, night (and in between) for something new that matters. Read less, know more.

Learn more »

Partnering with: Slate

View Newser on the mobile website

With Van Gundy Out, Knicks May Tap Jackson

Former player in a 'one-horse race' to coach troubled team

NBA • Chicago Bulls • Jeff Van Gundy • New York Knicks • Isiah Thomas • coaching hires • Donnie Walsh • Mark Jackson

MOST POPULAR STORIES

[ By Views ]

[ By Comments ]

More Newser Stories

Knicks Fire Coach Thomas

Patience finally runs out on woeful 'rebuilding' process at Madison Square Garden

Walsh: No Decision Yet on Isiah

Thomas a hot topic at introductory press conference

Dolan Still Wants Thomas

Owner says he won't get in way of a new GM, but hopes Isiah remains on bench

LeBron James Picks Miami

Sorry Cavs, Knicks, and Bulls

LeBron Sweepstakes Begins

And with it the biggest free agent summer in history

About Us

Site

Community

Site Maps

Tools

More News

What is Newser?