Former Knicks coach Mike Woodson was heavily criticized for running too many iso plays for Carmelo Anthony. He also seemingly had a problem with Iman Shumpert and didn’t utilize the young guard up to his full potential. Well Woodson has since been fired and the Knicks new coach Derek Fisher along with new president Phil Jackson are going to implement his infamous triangle offense, something Shumpert is excited about.
NBA: Mike Woodson Reacts To Knicks Firing Him; JR Smith Also Reacts
Earlier this morning it was announced that Mike Woodson was fired as head coach of the Knicks. We didn’t have a lot of details at the time (except getting a statement from Phil Jackson), but now we’re hearing from the man himself & one of his now former players, JR Smith. Whether you liked Coach Woodson or not, it’s sad to see someone lose their job. Check out what they both had to say….
NBA: Mike Woodson Fired as Head Coach of the Knicks
Can’t say we didn’t see this coming. ESPN just announced that the Knicks let Coach Mike Woodson go this morning. So now the question remains, who’s next?! Steve Kerr?? Derek Fisher (yes, that’s one of the rumors)? I guess we’ll find out soon.
NBA: Steve Kerr Expects to Be Offered Knicks Head Coach Position & Will Reportedly Accept
The firing of Knicks coach Mike Woodson is coming and the top name mentioned to replace him is former NBA player and current TNT analyst, Steve Kerr.
(Video) NBA: Yikes! This Exchange Between Melo & Mike Woodson In The Huddle Doesn’t Look Good
Some fans think this is a big deal & others think it’s not a big deal at all. While in the huddle last night — Melo interrupts Woodson and says, “let’s win the fuckin’ game man.” The expression on Coach Mike Woodson’s face says it all. But they won — so it’s all good right?! Riiiiight?! Check it out…
NBA: Carmelo Anthony Meets With Knicks Owner & Praises Coach Mike Woodson After
The question of Knicks coach Mike Woodson’s job security has been the main topic lately along with with Carmelo Anthony stay. Of course the two go hand in hand with the Knicks doing whatever it takes to keep Anthony, it’s assumed they would ask if he wants Woodson fired. Well it was revealed that Anthony met with James Dolan recently which raised some eyebrows.
