The Knicks are clearly aiming for experience. The first reported interest was in Kidd, however, as the Mavericks head coach did a remarkable job with Dallas -- before they shockingly traded Luka Doncic. The Mavericks have Kidd under contract for at least two more years, however, so they have to allow the head coach to interview with the Knicks.

The New York Knicks made a major move following their Eastern Conference Finals loss to the Indiana Pacers, firing head coach Tom Thibodeau. Since that move, rumors have begun flying with both Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jason Kidd at the center of them.

The New York Knicks are conducting active due diligence on Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd among other head coaching candidates in their search to replace Tom Thibodeau, sources told ESPN.