Knicks Pitched David Fizdale On Their Ability To Sign Top Free Agents

The Knicks had grand plans of attracting max free agents and taking the fast path to the top of the Eastern Conference. According to Tim MacMahon of ESPN (h/t Dan Feldman of NBC Sports), the franchise pitched coach David Fizdale on that blueprint when it hired him as its coach last year.

Fizdale had other offers on the table but was sold on New York’s ability to land top-tier talent. That hasn’t happened. Several stars have overlooked the Knicks since the team brought Fizdale on board.

It’s not certain whether Fizdale makes it through the season, as there have been conflicting reports on his job security this year. He’s been an asset in developing the team’s roster, which is the current objective of the franchise, and he said he routinely receives assurances from owner James Dolan. Perhaps Fizdale makes it to the 2020/21 season (his contract is guaranteed through it) and he gets to see the Knicks attempt to lure free agents once again this offseason.

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