Mike Brown has been appointed as the new head coach of the New York Knicks, with plans to hire a new associate head coach. This move is intended to give Brown more control and address previous conflicts of interest, notably the influence of Jalen Brunson's father, Rick Brunson, who served as the top assistant last season. Rick Brunson will have a lesser role in the upcoming season, a decision supported by the organization to improve team dynamics and reduce distractions. Rick Brunson, who previously coached with the Denver Nuggets, Chicago Bulls, and Minnesota Timberwolves, is reportedly agreeable to the demotion, which is seen as a strategic effort to benefit the team and organization. The decision follows reports of dissatisfaction among Knicks players regarding Rick Brunson's influence, with some sources indicating he held significant power within the organization. The move aims to create a more cohesive environment as the Knicks prepare for the new season.