Stephen A's Take: Shock & Outrage – Smith was stunned by the firing, questioning why Knicks' Coach Tom Thibodeau was let go!
The Stephen A. Smith Show3 Jun 2025

Stephen A's Take: Shock & Outrage – Smith was stunned by the firing, questioning why Knicks' Coach Tom Thibodeau was let go!

Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown.

Stephen A. Smith was furious about the New York Knicks firing Tom Thibodeau after five seasons, especially following a 51-win season and a deep playoff run to the Eastern Conference Finals. Smith argued that Thibodeau was unfairly scapegoated and that the Knicks' front office should be held accountable for roster decisions that may have compromised the team's success.

Breakdown of His Reaction

  1. Shock & Outrage – Smith was stunned by the firing, questioning why Thibodeau was let go after leading the Knicks to their best playoff run in decades.
  2. Criticism of Leon Rose – He blasted Rose for avoiding the media and failing to justify the decision publicly.
  3. Roster Decisions – Smith pointed out that the Knicks' front office made questionable trades, including giving up five first-round picks for Mikal Bridges, which may have hindered the team.
  4. Potential Coaching Replacements – He suggested Mike Malone, Jay Wright, Rick Brunson, Mark Jackson, and Jeff Van Gundy as possible successors.
  5. Future of the Knicks – Smith expressed concerns about the Knicks' ability to compete next season, given their limited draft assets and salary cap constraints.

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