After the New York Knicks ' coaching search led them to Dawn Staley, the longtime women's coach at South Carolina is not considered a finalist for the vacant position, according to The Athletic. One of the most accomplished players and coaches the women's game has ever seen reportedly "impressed" in conversation with the Knicks.

South Carolina women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley was reported as a candidate for another head coaching gig. Per reporting from KnicksFanTV, the New York Knicks had contacted the long-time Gamecock boss about replacing the outgoing Tom Thibodeau,

South Carolina women's basketball head coach Dawn Staley has reportedly been listed as a name the franchise is considering. Some reports even indicate the Knicks have reached out to the Gamecocks head coach and had a discussion with Staley for the position.