Knicks Hire T.J. Saint, Chris Jent to Mike Brown Coaching Staff

The New York Knicks have been actively reshaping their coaching staff following the hiring of Mike Brown as head coach, aiming to enhance their offensive capabilities and overall team performance. They recently hired T.J. Saint, former head coach of the Birmingham Squadron (New Orleans Pelicans' G League team), recognized for his offensive acumen and experience at both NBA and collegiate levels, to assist Brown specifically on offense. In addition, the Knicks filled their long-vacant associate head coach position by hiring Chris Jent, a seasoned NBA assistant coach with nearly two decades of experience, who has a history with Brown and brings a track record of success, including leading the Charlotte Hornets to the 2025 NBA Summer League championship. These coaching additions complement other staff changes, including retaining some members from the previous regime and adding player development assistants, all part of the Knicks' strategy to maximize the offensive potential of star players like Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns. The Knicks' front office views these hires as crucial to building a free-flowing, high-powered offense capable of competing at the highest level in the upcoming season. Overall, these moves represent a significant shift in coaching philosophy aimed at capitalizing on the team's talent and advancing beyond their previous Eastern Conference Finals appearance.