It seems the New York Knicks have gotten their man. Bleacher Reports’ Howard Beck is reporting that five-time NBA champion Derek Fisher will be the Knicks next head coach.
Derek Fisher has decided to accept the Knicks' head coaching position, per source.
— Howard Beck (@HowardBeck) June 9, 2014
A deal between Fisher and the Knicks is not yet final, but it's expected soon.
— Howard Beck (@HowardBeck) June 9, 2014
Fisher's staff is very likely to include Kurt Rambis. Others in mix: Rick Fox, Luke Walton, Bill Cartwright.
— Howard Beck (@HowardBeck) June 9, 2014
Knicks have scheduled press conference Tues for a "major announcement." So there you go.
— Howard Beck (@HowardBeck) June 9, 2014
Fisher will now work again for his former head coach, Phil Jackson, who now serves as President of the New York Knicks, after being passed over by Steve Kerr for a head coaching position with the Golden State Warriors.
The deal is reported to be worth $25 million over a five year period.
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