Following the Phoenix Suns' hiring of Cavaliers assistant Jordan Ott, Johnnie Bryant, a former Knicks associate head coach and finalist for the Suns' job, is now a leading candidate for the Knicks' vacant head coaching position. The Knicks fired Tom Thibodeau after five seasons and a recent Eastern Conference Finals appearance. Bryant, 39, spent four seasons as the Knicks' associate head coach before joining the Cavaliers. His experience and success with a high-performing team make him an attractive option for the Knicks.

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