Fired by the Memphis Grizzlies with nine games left in the 2024-25 season, Jenkins, 40, nonetheless boasts a strong resume. He led Memphis to the playoffs three times in nearly six seasons, and a fourth appearance occurred after his ousting. On Tuesday, The Athletic listed Jenkins as a potential Thibs replacement.

The Knicks made that decision after they lost to the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference finals, their longest playoff run in 25 years. The next Knicks coach, whoever it is, will be expected to help take the team further, especially after the front office went all-in last offseason with trades for Mikal Bridges and Karl-Anthony Towns.