He was a principled recruiter, and among his many demands on players was that they attend class.
Players, friends and writers noted that he could be gracious, charming, charitable and playful.
Or as much as any other coach knows.
I’ve seen an official not watch for traveling.
I’ve seen him watch the flight of the ball instead of the shooter’s hand afterward — whether or not he gets hit.
Persons:
Todd Jadlow, Knight, Jadlow, “, ”, Mike Miday, “ I’m, Jason Collier, I’ve, Knight’s, Kent Benson, Quinn Buckner, Mike Woodson, Isiah Thomas
Organizations:
ESPN, Indiana . Sports, The Springfield News, Knicks, of Fame
Locations:
Indiana, Ohio