Hollywood actor Ben Stiller’s heartfelt post for New York Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau sparks “AI generated” debate with a fan

On Tuesday, the New York Knicks fired their coach Tom Thibodeau after a struggling game with the Indiana Pacers, but Hollywood celebrities and fans were quick enough to share their opinions on the latest move.

In one such incident, Hollywood actor Ben Stiller was caught in an argument with a fan, who called his support for Thibodeau, “AI generated.” Meanwhile, Stiller reacted, sparking a live debate.

Ben Stiller offers support to New York Knicks’ coach Tom Thibodeau

Hollywood actor Ben Stiller praised Tom Thibodeau, the former New York Knicks’ coach for his excellent performance and work with the team, however, he was fired years later. A fan, meanwhile, mocked Stiller’s post, stating it was meaningless and felt a lot AI-generated.

Stiller quickly reacted to the fan.Stiller took to X, where he said, “I am a Tom Thibodeau fan. He brought this team back. I felt he gave every bit of himself and was always looking to improve. I will always be grateful for how far he brought the Knicks. They are relevant again. They are championship contenders again. The Knicks became winners again with him. Thank you COACH THIBS.”

Then, two hours later, a fan reacted saying, “Brought to you by AI Ben Stiller.

Thank you for the robotic emotional support for Thibs. Very heartfelt and deep.”

Stiller was quick enough to react, saying, “I don’t think you know how AI works.”

Fans back coach Tom Thibodeau despite New York Knicks’ controversial decision

Meanwhile, under Ben Stiller’s post, fans debated and discussed regarding what their expectations were from Thibodeau. A fan reacted, saying:“That didn’t play 1 minute together all season. He literally found out in the ECF that he prefers Shamet to Payne.

There may not be a single coach, ever, who the statement “he was always looking to improve” applies less to.”

Meanwhile, a fan said,“Firing Thibs is a total disaster move, impatience by a boneheaded owner. We’re back to the same old James Dolan. Thibs completely turned around this franchise and won a playoff series three straight years. He turned nobodies into superstars, squeezing every last drop of effort out of his players.

Was he perfect? No. Is there plenty to criticize? Yes. But we now risk hiring the wrong replacement and going right back to Square One.

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Another fan said,“This is an absolute betrayal. This man put the team on the right track; it was in shambles before he arrived. You've got the furthest the team has been in 25 years, only to fire him? Where is the loyalty? Very disappointing move from this team!”

Also Read: Shaquille O’Neal’s Bold Pick To Replace Tom Thibodeau With Former Golden State Warriors’ Coach Sparks Intense ReactionsRelieving Knicks’ coach Tom Thibodeau of all duties was a sudden move, right after their game with Indiana Pacers for Eastern Conference Finals. Not only did Thibodeau work with the team, he ensured the team reached the Finals, despite multiple struggles. The team, however, felt they needed a new face. Now, all eyes are on who the Knicks will pick to coach them.