Knicks Poised to Reunite with Mysterious Ex-Player in Shocking Coaching Move

Ever wonder what it takes to finally crack the code on an offense packed with talent, yet somehow still searching for that magic spark? The New York Knicks, under the watchful eye of new head coach Mike Brown, are diving deep into their coaching pool, chasing the right blend of savvy minds to turn their scoring arsenal into a well-oiled machine. After dodging more no’s than an overmatched free throw shooter, they seem poised to land Chris Jent—a familiar face with deep roots and an offensive mind sharpened across nearly two decades. Could this be the missing piece to unlock the Knicks’ potential, or just another twist in the enduring drama of building a winning team in the Big Apple? Let’s unpack what this move might mean as the franchise gears up to redefine its narrative.

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The New York Knicks continue to build their coaching staff under new head coach Mike Brown while searching for the right pieces to transform their offensive system.

After facing several rejections in their pursuit of assistant coaches, the franchise appears close to landing a significant addition.

“The Knicks and Chris Jent are moving closer to an agreement to add Jent to Mike Brown’s staff, according to a source. Jent, a one-time Knick, would be the team’s offensive coordinator. When Brown coached the Sacramento Kings, Jordi Fernandez was in charge of the offense,” Frank Isola wrote on X.

The Knicks and Chris Jent are moving closer to an agreement to add Jent to Mike Brown’s staff, according to a source. Jent, a one-time Knick, would be the team’s offensive coordinator. When Brown coached the Sacramento Kings, Jordi Fernandez was in charge of the offense.

— Frank Isola (@TheFrankIsola) August 8, 2025