In a surprising development, former New York Knicks head coach Thomas Joseph Thibodeau Jr., widely known as Tom Thibodeau, has reportedly sent a direct message to the team’s current head coach Mike Brown, sparking speculation across the NBA world.
Sources close to the situation revealed that Thibodeau’s message addressed the Knicks’ recent performance struggles, as well as key strategic decisions being made during the team’s rocky start to the 2025–26 preseason. While the contents of the message have not been made public, insiders suggest it included “constructive criticism and a passionate plea for accountability and defensive intensity”, two hallmarks of Thibodeau’s coaching style.
Thibodeau, who led the Knicks to multiple playoff appearances during his tenure (2020–2024), has remained relatively quiet since his departure. However, today’s message appears to show his continued investment in the franchise’s direction.
Neither Thibodeau nor Brown has officially commented yet, but a Knicks spokesperson confirmed that “Coach Brown has received the message and remains focused on preparing the team for the upcoming season.”
