Knicks could be in competition with Bulls for D'Antoni

kcudah posted 5/8/2008 from sports.espn.go.com [flag]

The New York Knicks are well aware of Mike D'Antoni's strong desire to coach the Chicago Bulls, as well as Chicago's strong interest in hiring D'Antoni. They're simply ignoring all that. NBA coaching sources told ESPN.com on Wednesday that the Knicks continue to regard D'Antoni as their new No. 1 target to replace Isiah Thomas and are preparing a "staggering" financial offer they ... [link]

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