Despite some interaction between the two sides, University of South Carolina head women's basketball coach Dawn Staley is reportedly not in the running to be the next head coach of the New York Knicks.

The Knicks also reached out South Carolina women's coach Dawn Staley, but she is currently not considered a finalist, league sources said.

The New York Knicks' coaching search has led them to Dawn Staley, the longtime women's coach at South Carolina and one of the most accomplished players and coaches the women's game has ever seen. South Carolina athletic director Jeremiah Donati recently confirmed that the Knicks have indeed reached out to Staley.

The New York Knicks may, or may not, be exploring the possibility of adding veteran point guard Russell Westbrook this off-season.

Former league MVP Russell Westbrook is still searching for a new home in free agency, but it's unlikely to be the Knicks.

Despite not having a head coach in place yet following the firing of Tom Thibodeau, the New York Knicks are preparing for a pivotal NBA free agency period. With free agency set to begin at 6 p.m. ET on Monday,

The New York Knicks figure to have a quiet offseason compared to their two massive trades from a year ago when they acquired Mikal Bridges and Karl-Anthony Towns to reshape their roster. This summer's activity will reportedly start with Jordan Clarkson,

"Jordan Clarkson is expected to sign with the New York Knicks after he clears free agency waivers, sources tell ESPN," Charania wrote on X. Clarkson will be an excellent bench addition for the Knicks. He's known for being a lethal three-point shooter and scorer when he's on, although he can be streaky.

Jordan Clarkson agreed to a buyout from the Utah Jazz on Monday, and he intends to sign with the New York Knicks when he clears waivers, multiple media outlets reported on Monday.