Today Knicks President Phil Jackson started his mission to “fix” his team by announcing the firing Mike Woodson and his entire coaching staff.
“I have a tremendous amount of respect for Mike Woodson and his entire staff,” Jackson said. “The coaches and players on this team had an extremely difficult 2013-14 season, and blame should not be put on one individual. But the time has come for change throughout the franchise as we start the journey to assess and build this team for next season and beyond.
“Everyone in this franchise owes a great deal of gratitude to what Mike and his staff have done. We wish him the best.”
Woodson finishes his stint in NYC with an overall record of 109-79 (.580) that included two consecutive NBA Playoff appearances and an Atlantic Division title – the team’s first in 19 years. Steve Kerr is rumored to be high on Jackson’s wish list to take over the now vacant position on Knicks sideline.
