Note: This article was originally published on December 12, 2019. It has been updated to reflect the selection of Tom Thibodeau on July 25, 2020.
The New York Knicks have found their next sideline leader, and it's someone who has plenty of history with the team.
Sources tell ESPN that the Knicks and Tom Thibodeau are finalizing a five-year deal to make him the franchise's next coach. Thibodeau previously served as a Knicks assistant coach, most notably under Jeff Van Gundy, from 1998-2004.
The hiring of Thibodeau comes after the franchise dismissed David Fizdale as head coach 22 games into the season, amassing a 4-18 record.