Mike Woodson is thrilled about the New York Knicks' NBA championship, and he insists there's no bitterness in his joy.
“Once a Knick, always a Knick,” Woodson told TMZ Sports.
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The former Knicks player and head coach called it “unbelievable” to watch Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and the team defeat the San Antonio Spurs in the Finals.
He noted the franchise had struggled for decades to reach that peak.
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Woodson made a point to shout out Knicks owner James Dolan, saying he's “truly, truly happy” to see Dolan add a Larry O'Brien trophy to his collection.
Beyond the ownership and players, Woodson recognized the championship's impact on New York City. The team's parade down Broadway last week made that clear.
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Woodson took over as head coach in March 2012 after Mike D'Antoni resigned, hoping to turn the franchise around.
Now, he feels nothing but positivity about the Knicks' success.
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Currently an assistant coach with the Sacramento Kings, Woodson also expressed satisfaction with the Kings' draft picks.
