The Knicks' coaching vacancy opens the door for Johnnie Bryant — once Tom Thibodeau’s protégé and still Donovan Mitchell’s most trusted voice — to step into the lead role. But if that happens, the Cavaliers could be facing more than just a staff shakeup.

BREAKING: The New York Knicks are relieving Tom Thibodeau of his duties as head coach, sources tell ESPN. Thibodeau led the Knicks to their first East Finals in 25 years, made playoffs in 4 of 5 years and led Knicks to consecutive 50+ win seasons for first time since the 1990s. pic.twitter.com/B7w8KhoEcF

The New York Knicks have fired coach Tom Thibodeau, just days after their first trip to the Eastern Conference finals in 25 years.