The Knicks finally got a break when the Minnesota Timberwolves granted the Knicks permission to speak to assistant Pablo Prigioni. However, according to a tweet from SNY's Ian Begley, Prigioni has decided to remain in Minnesota, causing the Knicks to shift their target to Los Angeles Clippers assistant Brendan O’Connor.
Prigioni is a highly regarded coach who would have been a big addition to the Knicks' sidelines. He has been a key voice behind the Timberwolves' offensive play calling over several years and would have increased the Knicks' organized offensive output.
Ultimately, according to Begley, Prigioni decided to remain in Minnesota to be closer to his family.