Usage abnormalities with star players and an overall failure to get the most out of a talented roster were leading reasons why the New York Knicks fired Tom Thibodeau this week after he guided the franchise to its first conference finals appearance in 25 seasons,

The New York Knicks are reportedly looking to reunite star Jalen Brunson with the first coach that put him in a starring role. New York is expected to ask the Dallas Mavericks for permission to interview Jason Kidd for the Knicks' open head-coaching position, according to NBA insider Marc Stein.