Now, the team faces a gut-check offseason. Do they stick with this group or look to shake things up? Firing coach Tom Thibodeau would be the easiest change because it doesn't require salary cap gymnastics or finding a trade partner.

After a historic yet tumultuous season that ended with a six-game Eastern Conference Finals loss to the Indiana Pacers, the New York Knicks find themselves at a familiar crossroads, and the future of head coach Tom Thibodeau is squarely in the spotlight.

That can turn off the new-age player and, according to sources ... have been vocal in their public support of Thibodeau. Still, at least once previously during his Knicks tenure, the coach ...

The organization's decision reflects a strong commitment to winning an NBA championship, despite player support for Thibodeau. (Image Source - Getty Images) The New York Knicks have announced that ...

Edwards III and Fred Katz of The Athletic, Thibodeau retains the backing of team president Leon Rose, and has the public support of Jalen ... habit of playing his top players heavy minutes.

New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau maintains the support of two important voices within the organization as it sifts through the fallout of an Eastern Conference Finals exit.

The Knicks need to focus on their bench and identify role players who can help the starters get more rest and elevate them in pursuit of a title.