The Garden’s position is that Rose decided with Dolan’s full support. The team president had protected the coach from the antsy owner a couple of times in past seasons, but when it was clear last spring that Dolan was moving back in that direction, Rose was done stepping in front of the bus. Ditto for another longtime Thibs ally, Jalen Brunson.

The New York Knicks get a brutal prediction when it comes to new head coach Mike Brown ahead of their season opening game.

Cavs Injury Report: Darius Garland – OUT (toe), Max Strus – OUT (foot), De’Andre Hunter – QUESTIONABLE (knee) Knicks Injury Report: Josh Hart – OUT (back), Mitchell Robinson – OUT (ankle), Karl-Anthony Towns – QUESTIONABLE (quad), OG Anunoby – PROBABLE (ankle)

The most anticipated season in recent Knicks history is getting off on the wrong foot. Per league sources, New York will be without Mitchell Robinson (left ankle injury management) and Josh Hart (lumbar spasms) for Wednesday’s season-opening game against the Cavaliers and, possibly, beyond.

Matt Barnes has continued to show concern with the New York Knicks under head coach Mike Brown, which he feels won't be the long-term option.

Mike Brown, the head coach of the Knicks, is using an NFL star as an example of the attitude he wants his team to have.