Despite some interaction between the two sides, University of South Carolina head women's basketball coach Dawn Staley is reportedly not in the running to be the next head coach of the New York Knicks.

The New York Knicks ' coaching search has led them to Dawn Staley, the longtime women's coach at South Carolina and one of the most accomplished players and coaches the women's game has ever seen. South Carolina athletic director Jeremiah Donati recently confirmed that the Knicks have indeed reached out to Staley.

South Carolina women's basketball head coach Dawn Staley has reportedly been listed as a name the franchise is considering. Some reports even indicate the Knicks have reached out to the Gamecocks head coach and had a discussion with Staley for the position.