Perhaps “pace and space” paves the way for young guards such as Deuce McBride and Tyler Kolek. McBride is the superior player and fits better offensively and defensively alongside Brunson in the backcourt. But Kolek is going to be a quality guard and is an exceptional passer, especially in transition.

There are reasons Brown won out on a long and winding coaching search. First and foremost, he's a good coach. Brown is a two-time NBA Coach of the Year who led the LeBron-era Clev

The man tasked with getting the Knicks over the hump and back into the Finals for the first time since 1999 is Mike Brown. Brown is taking over for Tom Thibodeau, who was fired shortly after the Knicks' loss to the Pacers in the conference finals.