The crew over at NBA were tossing around the idea of Mike Brown possibly joining the Knicks, and Marc Spears jumped in with a little inside scoop. He said he actually talked to Brown and warned him, “Man, there’s a lot of pressure with this gig it’s a whole different beast.” But Brown didn’t even flinch. He said, “I love it. I want this.”

From unlocking a historic offense in Sacramento to extensive experience coaching superstar talent, here is what Knicks fans need to know about Mike Brown.

NBA free agency is moving quickly but a number of key players remain, including a multi-time All-Star rehabbing a torn Achilles. Meanwhile, the Knicks are nearing a deal to hire Mike Brown as head coach,