The New York Knicks recently fired Tom Thibodeau, which was a decision some expected. However, others felt it was the wrong decision for an organization that had gone more than 20 years without a conference finals appearance.

According to NBA Insider Brandon Robinson, Jason Kidd is a serious candidate to be in line for the job. The Knicks had reached out to the Mavericks regarding an interview, but have yet to hear back.

The Knicks have backed themselves into a corner between the firing of Tom Thibodeau and this upcoming hire. Here's what we know.