The New York Knicks’ decision to part ways with head coach Tom Thibodeau after their Eastern Conference finals exit was a shockwave through the NBA. Although Tom Thibodeau led the team to its first conference finals appearance in 25 years,

The New York Knicks have fired head coach Tom Thibodeau, the team announced Tuesday. The decision comes three days after the Knicks were eliminated in the Eastern Conference finals by the Indiana Pacers in six games.

The Knicks made that decision after they lost to the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference finals, their longest playoff run in 25 years. The next Knicks coach, whoever it is, will be expected to help take the team further, especially after the front office went all-in last offseason with trades for Mikal Bridges and Karl-Anthony Towns.