With Thibodeau no longer on the sidelines, the incentive to join the Knicks' bench unit is greater than ever. Players no longer have to fear being buried in seven- or eight-man rotations, and could now find real opportunities on a team with elevated expectations.

Delon Wright: Delon Wright struggled in Milwaukee before bouncing back a bit with the Knicks. Picked up in a mid-season swap for Jericho Sims, Wright’s defense proved valuable in the playoffs. At 6’5”, he’s a low-usage combo guard with good defensive instincts, though his inconsistent shooting limits his offensive impact.

Is Mike Brown or Taylor Jenkins a better coaching fit for New York? Who might the Knicks target in free agency? More in this mailbag.