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July 2008
- LeBron's In a New York (or New Jersey) State of Mind
  
  ESPN | Jul 1, 08 10:18 AM CDT
  
  (Newser) - LeBron James knows how much Knicks fans would love to see him suit up in Madison Square Garden come 2010 or 2011, but the Cleveland star isn't committing to anything yet, writes ESPN. What he is saying might have New York coach Mike D'Antoni worried, though: LeBron's favorite borough is Brooklyn, possible future home of the Nets. More »
May 2008
- Knicks Introduce D'Antoni as New Coach
  
  Associated Press | May 13, 08 10:45 PM CDT
  
  (Newser) - Mike D'Antoni is bringing his high-scoring brand of basketball to a Knicks team that seems ill-suited to run it. No matter. The former Phoenix Suns coach figures he'll come up with something that works. "I will adapt what I do. Now I like to play fast, move the ball and all that stuff, and we'll try to do that as best as we can," D'Antoni said Tuesday. More »
- D'Antoni Accepts Knicks Coaching Offer
  
  Associated Press | May 10, 08 11:32 PM CDT
  
  (Newser) - Mike D'Antoni has agreed to coach the New York Knicks, bringing his entertaining offensive style from the Phoenix Suns to a team coming off one of the worst seasons in franchise history. The Knicks released a statement last night saying they had agreed in principle with D'Antoni and that a press conference would be held once the contract had been completed. More »
- Suns Allow Coach D'Antoni to Talk to Other Teams
  
  Associated Press | May 5, 08 11:50 PM CDT
  
  (Newser) - The Phoenix Suns granted permission for coach Mike D'Antoni to talk to other teams, with the Chicago Bulls and the New York Knicks apparently the leading suitors. General manager Steve Kerr confirmed Monday that D'Antoni can speak with other NBA teams about coaching vacancies but indicated he still wants to persuade the coach to stay with the Suns. More »
April 2008
- With Van Gundy Out, Knicks May Tap Jackson
  
  New York Daily News | Apr 21, 08 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 potential candidate, Scott Skiles, seems likely to sign with the Bucks, writes the New York Daily News . More »
- Knicks Fire Coach Thomas
  
  New York Times | Apr 18, 08 5:18 PM CDT
  
  (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 »
- Dunleavy Leads Pacers Past Knicks in Zeke's Possible Finale
  
  Associated Press | Apr 16, 08 9:51 PM CDT
  
  (Newser) - Mike Dunleavy tied a career high with 36 points, and the Indiana Pacers beat New York 132-123 on Wednesday night, sending the Knicks to a franchise record-tying 59th loss in what might have been Isiah Thomas' last game as coach. New Knicks president Donnie Walsh hasn't promised Thomas he'll keep his job, and Thomas gave Walsh another reason to fire him. More »
- With Big 3 Resting, Rondo Leads Boston
  
  Associated Press | Apr 14, 08 10:03 PM CDT
  
  (Newser) - With his three All-Star teammates resting, Rajon Rondo had 23 points and 10 rebounds, leading the Boston Celtics to a 99-93 victory over the New York Knicks on Monday night in what may have been Isiah Thomas' final home game as Knicks coach. Boston improved to 65-16 despite giving Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce and Ray Allen the night off. More »
- Knicks Top Bobcats to Win 3rd Straight
  
  Associated Press | Apr 9, 08 10:47 PM CDT
  
  (Newser) - Too late to save their season, and probably too late to save Isiah Thomas' job, the New York Knicks are playing their best basketball. Fred Jones made the go-ahead 3-pointer with 3:47 left and scored 15 points, and the Knicks beat the Charlotte Bobcats 109-107 on Wednesday night to match a season high with their third straight victory. More »
- Knicks Give Isiah Good Night in Detroit
  
  Associated Press | Apr 8, 08 11:12 PM CDT
  
  (Newser) - Wilson Chandler scored all of his 19 points in the first half, and the New York Knicks built a huge lead and beat the Detroit Pistons 98-94 in a game that didn't mean much for either team. With a week left in the regular season, the lottery-bound Knicks have as many wins (22) as the east’s second-seeded team has losses. More »
- Ewing, Olajuwon Head Hoops Hall Class
  
  Associated Press | Apr 7, 08 9:51 PM CDT
  
  (Newser) - Dick Vitale cried when he heard he was selected to basketball’s Hall of Fame. The former NBA coach turned college basketball analyst joins Hakeem Olajuwon, Patrick Ewing and Pat Riley, among others, in the Class of 2008. "I can't run, can't jump, can't shoot, but just have had a tremendous…passion about the game," said Vitale, according to the Associated Press. More »
- Knicks Beat Magic, End Five-Game Skid
  
  Associated Press | Apr 6, 08 10:07 PM CDT
  
  (Newser) - Rookie Wilson Chandler scored a season-high 23 points, Zach Randolph added 20 points and 11 rebounds, and the New York Knicks snapped a five-game losing streak with a 100-90 victory over the Orlando Magic on Sunday night. Fred Jones and David Lee added 13 points apiece for the Knicks, who won for just the third time in 20 games. More »
- Hornets Clinch Playoff Spot
  
  Associated Press | Apr 5, 08 12:04 AM CDT
  
  (Newser) - Chris Paul had 33 points and 15 assists, and the New Orleans Hornets became the first Western Conference team to clinch a playoff berth by beating the New York Knicks 118-110 on Friday night. Jamal Crawford had 29 points for the Knicks, who have lost 17 of 19 but stayed competitive into the fourth quarter. More »
- Walsh: No Decision Yet on Isiah
  
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Knicks Fire Coach Thomas

Dunleavy Leads Pacers Past Knicks in Zeke's Possible Finale

With Big 3 Resting, Rondo Leads Boston

Knicks Top Bobcats to Win 3rd Straight

Knicks Give Isiah Good Night in Detroit

Ewing, Olajuwon Head Hoops Hall Class

Knicks Beat Magic, End Five-Game Skid

Hornets Clinch Playoff Spot

Walsh: No Decision Yet on Isiah