Report: Jason Kidd a front-runner for Knicks' head coaching job

At times, it felt like the New York Knicks would never find someone to fill their vacant head coaching position. However, that has since changed and one candidate now is reportedly a front-runner for the gig. 

According to Stefan Bondy of the New York Daily News, Los Angeles Lakers assistant coach Jason Kidd has emerged as a favorite for the job after contract negotiations with Tom Thibodeau halted. 

The Knicks reportedly view Kidd "as a conduit" to attracting big-name free agents, but some within the organization have questioned his coaching ability.

Mike Woodson, who is on the Knicks head coaching list, could potentially become a member of Kidd's staff, provided the latter lands the job. 

Kidd does know a thing or two about winning, and could potentially be a great fit with a young New York team. The 47-year-old is a Hall of Famer, 10-time All-Star, NBA champion and was the 1994-95 Rookie of the Year. 

The Knicks missed the playoffs for the seventh straight season after going 21-45 during the 2019-20 campaign.