For years, the New York Knicks were synonymous with heavy workloads under Tom Thibodeau. Night after night, starters routinely logged 38–40 minutes, the bench shortened as the season wore on, and by the playoffs, fatigue often lingered. With Mike Brown now at the helm, the Knicks are bracing for a very different reality — one that prioritizes long-term health and sustained performance over chasing every single regular-season victory.

A different voice at the top

Mike Brown has made it clear that his focus isn’t just on winning tonight’s game, but ensuring the Knicks are built for April, May, and possibly June. After Tuesday’s practice in Abu Dhabi, he explained the change in philosophy.

“The biggest thing is trying to make sure you watch everybody’s minutes instead of trying to chase ga

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