Brown’s second meeting included Dolan directly, as first reported by SNY’s Ian Begley. Begley confirmed Brown was indeed the first candidate granted a second interview, which was held in New York.

As a 55-year-old and a four-time fired head coach, Brown represents neither the most obvious nor most exciting choice. If the Knicks struggle, heat will fall quickly on the front office. But Brown is also a safe pick with over 750 regular-season games, a 60% winning percentage and two Coach of the Year awards.