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Lue Slams Knicks for Firing Thibodeau

Tyronn Lue (LA Clippers)
September 2025


LA Clippers coach Tyronn Lue criticised the New York Knicks for firing Tom Thibodeau despite reaching the Eastern Conference Finals, calling the decision baffling after a successful 51-31 season. Lue told Shannon Sharpe the Knicks acted rashly in replacing Thibodeau with Mike Brown. With stars Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns, Lue argued New York wasted momentum by prioritising “championship or bust” over consistency.

Tyronn Lue Claims Michael Jordan Would Average 45 Points in Today’s NBA

Tyronn Lue (LA Clippers)
August 2025

Clippers coach Tyronn Lue said on “Club Shay Shay” that Michael Jordan would average 45 points per game in today’s NBA due to reduced physicality, increased fouls, and the modern pace. He believes Jordan’s IQ and skill would dominate current defenders. Lue, who played alongside Jordan at Washington, cited rule changes and Jordan’s unmatched competitiveness as decisive factors. With modern spacing and free-throw advantages, Jordan’s physical and mental edge would make him nearly unstoppable, surpassing even his 10 scoring titles achieved in the 80s and 90s.

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