Mike Brown scraps Knicks playbook in sharp break from Thibodeau
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NEW YORK — Newly appointed head coach Mike Brown has the New York Knicks moving forward without a traditional playbook, according to a report published on Oct. 10, 2025.
The decision marks a significant departure from the style of former coach Tom Thibodeau, who was widely known for thick binders of detailed offensive and defensive sets. Instead of printed diagrams, Brown is relying on broad principles designed to let players read the game in real time.
Team officials told the New York Post the stripped-down structure is meant to speed up decision-making and encourage freer ball movement as the Knicks prepare for the 2025–26 season.
Source: New York Post
