Malcolm Brogdon retired, Mike Brown trusts his other leaders

Mike Brown he was very excited that I could train him in New York. Because Malcolm Brogdon and they have known each other for a while. ” Few people know this, but when I was the coach of the Nigerian national team, he was one of the first players I contacted to come play », says the Knicks coach.

His approach was unsuccessful while overseeing Africa’s selection for the Tokyo Olympics (2021). Mike Brown will not have the opportunity to coach Malcolm Brodgon in New York. This one, heavily invested in access to water on the African continent, has made surprise retirement announcementa few days before the resumption of the regular part of the season.

« An amazing person, obviously with a fantastic career. He has a promising future ahead of him. And I can’t wait to see him in another phase of his life ” Mike Brown shows, when Jaylen Brunson expresses the respect he has for the man who has been his teammate for several weeks.

A New York leader who was stripped of a possible replacement to blow him away. Despite this unexpected departure, while Malcolm Brogdon was ready to fight to secure your contractdoesn’t seem to worry decision makers in New York. ” We are in good hands, excellent hands », Mike Brown’s formula.

Available minutes for everyone

Behind Jalen Brunson, the former Kings coach can still rely on Myles McBride and Tyler Kolek, two guys in good shape to hear him out. “(Collection) progressing every day. Deuce is improving every day », notes the coach, visibly convinced of their performance in the preseason.

Myles McBride has shown good offensive dynamics with an average of 10 points (41.5%), while the other is averaging almost 8 points (37.5%), while also 2.4 assists per game. “ These guys come to practice and work tirelessly on their game. When we see that, we have full confidence that when it’s their turn, they’ll be ready. Like I said, we’re in good hands Mike Brown insists.

More broadly, Tom Thibodeau’s successor is thrilled with the depth of his team. ” Many players will have the opportunity to grab minutes that may or may not be available. It’s just about earning your spot, and we’ll see who ends up getting the available minutes. », he finishes.