Ben DuBose: Told firmly that in addition to Houston denying the request, Udoka himself also lacked interest. He’s in it for the long haul, here. … [Read more...] about Ime Udoka was not interested in Knicks’ job
But with the Rockets amidst a revival and coming off a playoff appearance following a 52-win season, would Fox ever consider playing for Houston at some point in his career? “I don’t know,” he said. “I’m really focused on what we got going right now and just trying to be where I am.” Fox said he did not have any contact with the Rockets before he was traded from Sacramento. … [Read more...] about
There in theory remains an opening for teams to broach Houston about sign—and-trades for Fred VanVleet, but sources say that the Rockets have every intention of bringing back the veteran guard next season. … [Read more...] about
Dallas, though, can simply refuse to grant the Knicks permission to speak with Kidd once formally asked and I’ve heard from a few well-placed observers this week who believe that the Mavericks would ultimately do just that — just as the Rockets have made it clear they plan to do if the Knicks indeed tried to pursue Ime Udoka. … [Read more...] about
Ime Udoka, Chris Finch, and Jason Kidd are among the coaches currently under contract who the Knicks have degrees of interest in, reports SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley. Per Begley, the Knicks will request permission from the Mavericks to interview Kidd. Marc Stein was first to report the expectation that the Knicks would ask to speak with Kidd. … [Read more...] about