The New York Knicks’ biggest move this offseason was loaned by director Mike Brown, replacing Tom Thibodeau.
Thibodeau was responsible for the Knicks’ shortcomings in the playoffs despite leading them to the Eastern Conference Finals.
Brown never won a championship as head coach, but his Cleveland Cavaliers team played the NBA Finals in the 2006-07 season.
The 55-year-old will be tasked with doing the same thing as the Knicks next year, and he needs a good staff to do that.
Well, he is now about to appoint an assistant who has helped the Knicks playoff exits over the past two seasons.
Ian Begley reports that the New York Knicks are in discussion with Indiana Pacers coaches about joining the team this offseason.
“The Knicks contacted Indiana assistant Mike Weiner to discuss Mike Brown’s coaching staff spots.
“Weiner is working on staff at Rick Carlisle in Dallas and Indiana and is currently a candidate for the opening.”
An integral part of the Pacers’ backroom team, Weiner joined the Knicks after knocking them out of the playoffs in a row.
Carlisle previously told Hoopshype:
New York Knicks fans are interested in hearing his thoughts on one of the NBA’s most common tactics: five-out attacks, unfamiliar with Weiner.
This includes creating open shots with all five players spaced the surrounding floors and focusing on ball movement.
This is certainly a great option for them as Kir-Anthony Towns is on the Knicks roster, but we think Weinar will overuse it in the modern NBA.
“Does it need 48 minutes? I don’t think so,” he said. “It is my personal belief that it should be an option for you.
“We’re talking about the versatility of the roster. There are 17 players available, including two paths. The structure of the roster means the Indiana front office knows that well, and everyone in the league understands it should be an option for you.
“Do you have to do that for 48 minutes, especially if you have special talent in a big position? No.”