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New York Knicks: NY is stuck between the 76ers, Celtics; So what’s next?

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BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 24: Shane Larkin #8 of the Boston Celtics and Semi Ojeleye #37 celebrate during a New York Knicks time out in the first half at TD Garden on October 24, 2017 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 24: Shane Larkin #8 of the Boston Celtics and Semi Ojeleye #37 celebrate during a New York Knicks time out in the first half at TD Garden on October 24, 2017 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
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NEW YORK, NY – OCTOBER 29: David Fizdale of the Memphis Grizzlies yells a command to his team against the New York Knicks during the second half at Madison Square Garden on October 29, 2016 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NY – OCTOBER 29: David Fizdale of the Memphis Grizzlies yells a command to his team against the New York Knicks during the second half at Madison Square Garden on October 29, 2016 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

A coach to believe in

By hiring a coach in David Fizdale, Perry and Mills have put accountability first. Fizdale is a communicative, no-frills professional whose championship experience with LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, and the Miami Heat brings a refreshing dose of hope to New York.

As perhaps the most promising young coach on the market in the 2018 offseason, Fizdale was indubitably the best choice for Mills and Perry. Fiz knows he’s about to shoulder a distinct pressure only New York City can create. He’s up to the challenge.

Fizdale is a realist, and has acknowledged that the number-one priority for the Knicks in 2018-19 will be development – and patience. For as long as their marquee player is sidelined, the Knicks must focus on readying their youth for the big stage while identifying and building a team culture.

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