Fisher vs Jackson: Knicks Triangle Fiasco | New York Knicks News

Derek Fisher, a surprise NBA champion turned rookie coach for the Knicks in 2014, was handed a losing ticket—winning just 17 games his first year, then 23 and 31 the next before getting fired. Fisher blamed Phil Jackson’s rigid insistence on the triangle offense, despite the roster’s mismatched talent, calling it a recipe for failure. Jackson’s micromanagement stifled player development, especially with stars like Carmelo Anthony and Amar’e Stoudemire. Even legends like Reggie Miller and Charles Barkley criticized Jackson for forcing a system that didn’t fit the Knicks’ style. Fisher’s firing in 2016 was the start of a broader shakeup, with Jackson exiting in 2017, leaving behind a franchise still reeling from a disastrous era. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9f67cc16d9151176