Mike Brown from Sacramento Kings emerges as top choice for New York Knicks coach

The New York Knicks may be heading toward a major coaching change, and league insiders are watching closely. On July 1, reports surfaced that the Knicks’ interest in Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown has grown stronger.

The possible move could also involve James Borrego as his lead assistant. Though nothing is official yet, the buzz around this shift has sparked serious attention across the league and among Knicks fans.

New York Knicks’ coaching search heats up as Mike Brown emerges as top candidate

The New York Knicks have reportedly stepped up their efforts to bring in Mike Brown as their next head coach. According to a post shared on July 1 by senior NBA insider Marc Stein on X, several league sources confirmed that the Knicks’ interest in Brown has become stronger in recent days.Mike Brown is currently the head coach of the Sacramento Kings, but the buzz around the league suggests that he could soon become the top choice to lead the Knicks going forward. Talks have not been made official by either side, but insiders believe the discussions are active and serious.If the New York Knicks do hire Mike Brown, one possible plan is already being discussed. James Borrego, a former head coach of the Charlotte Hornets, could become the top assistant coach under Brown.

This scenario has reportedly gained traction behind the scenes, according to multiple NBA insiders.

Mike Brown may lead New York Knicks with James Borrego expected as assistant

Mike Brown, 54, has coaching experience with several NBA teams, including the Cleveland Cavaliers, Los Angeles Lakers, and currently, the Sacramento Kings, where he helped lead a young team back into playoff contention. His experience in both rebuilding teams and managing star players is believed to be one reason the Knicks front office is showing strong interest.James Borrego, meanwhile, has also been in conversations for head coaching and assistant roles across the league. His name has surfaced in several coaching searches this offseason, and his fit with Brown is viewed as a natural one by team executives.A league insider told Marc Stein, “The Knicks want someone who can command respect but also bring structure. Brown checks those boxes.”The New York Knicks recently divorced Tom Thibodeau after a disappointing playoffs.

The team hopes a new leadership style can push them closer to being real title contenders.As of now, no final decisions have been made. Both Mike Brown and Borrego remain under consideration, but the intensity of the New York Knicks' persecution is felt carefully by insiders and rival layers.Also Read: Damian Lillard stuns NBA fans after Milwaukee Bucks release without losing a dollarUpdates are expected in the coming days as front office talks continue behind closed doors. For now, fans and league watchers are keeping a close eye on what could be the New York Knicks’ next big move.