Knicks January rollercoaster puts Thibs on the hotseat with the fanbase

In this episode, we dive into the Knicks’ recent 3-1 run, featuring wins against Philly, Atlanta, and Brooklyn, and a tough loss to Minnesota. Al shares his takeaways on the team’s performance and the brutal January schedule, including how tired legs may be costing the Knicks some games. Ra gives Josh Hart his flowers while the duo debates whether Thibs is still the right coach for the team. We also discuss Mikal Bridges' insights on defensive adjustments, the roster’s construction challenges, and how the Knicks can improve in close games. Finally, we emphasize the importance of developing rookies for long-term success under today’s new CBA. Minutes Breakdown: 0:00–3:00: Recap of Jan 15–21 games. Knicks go 3-1 with wins against Philly, Atlanta, and Brooklyn, and a loss to Minnesota. 3:00–6:00: Al’s observations on the January stretch and how fatigue may be affecting the team. 6:00–8:00: Lessons from the Hawks and Nets games. Is the Knicks’ roster too small? 8:00–12:30: Mikal Bridges on defensive adjustments and the highs and lows of an NBA season. 12:30–15:00: Ra praises Josh Hart’s contributions. 15:00–22:20: Debate: Has the game passed Thibs by? Is he just a floor raiser? 22:20–28:55: Thibs’ relationship with the front office and his 2024 playoff performance revisited. 28:55–32:55: What determines if Thibs stays as head coach next year? 32:55–35:00: Predictions for the upcoming schedule. 35:00–End: Why developing rookies is crucial under today’s CBA rules.