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Tom Thibodeau sees Chris Paul as reason for Suns' success

Suns guard Chris Paul shoots over Nets forward Bruce Brown for a basket during the first half of an NBA game at Barclays Center on Sunday. Credit: Kathleen Malone-Van Dyke

When the Knicks and Suns took the court at Madison Square Garden Monday night it not only presented a test for the Knicks status as the NBA’s hottest team with a nine-game winning streak, but a showcase for the Suns, who have risen to the second-best record in the NBA.

But it wasn’t just about this night. The two teams are linked in a number of ways — from the decision years ago by the Knicks to pass on Mikal Bridges and opt for Kevin Knox to the head coaches, Monty Williams and Tom Thibodeau, competing as front-runners for Coach of the Year honors.