It’s again the hot-button topic with Thibodeau, who has always eschewed load management while elevating his teams to regular-season heights above expectations.
Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau gave an interesting explanation about New York's struggles against elite teams.
New York Knicks' Miles McBride (2) passes the ball to Karl-Anthony Towns (32) against Boston Celtics' Al Horford, left, and Derrick White (9) during the second half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, in Boston. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer) AP
Among the 106 players who have appeared in at least 45 games this season, White ranks second in the NBA in fourth-quarter 3-pointers, averaging 1 per game.