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The examination of ownership roles within the organization reveals a picture of instability and disagreement. Dolan’s insistence on firing Tibs appears to drop the notion of collaborative governance over how the team moves forward. The suggestion that Rose is merely a puppet in Dolan’s grand play simply amplifies the skepticism surrounding the Knicks' potential to attract and retain quality coaching and talent in the future.
Firing a coach typically places blame squarely on the shoulders of the individual, muddying the waters regarding whether the decision was genuinely in the organization’s best interest. Historically, coaching changes should aim to rectify systemic issues, yet Dolan's handwriting on the wall shows more interest in personal narrative than team success.