Knicks Win Two Straight After the Resignation of D'Antoni.

Fans and analysts have been saying how Carmelo Anthony is the main reason for the Knicks struggles. That claim was proven wrong after the resignation of coach Mike D'Antoni. The Knicks dismantled the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday night with the score of 121-79. That blowout was followed by a 115-100 win against the Indiana Pacers last night. After watching these two games I came to an agreement with the claims that D'Antoni's offensive style of coaching did not fit with the players on the Knicks. This especially pertains to superstars like Anthony who need to have the ball for a majority of the game. The Knicks are now being coach by the assistant coach Mike Woodson. Woodson stated that his offense was going to primarily revolve around Anthony and Amar'e Stoudemire. Many analysts think that now, Anthony will be making most of the decisions for the team. Constant ball movement is also a major part in Woodson's offense. After Wednesday's and last night's game, it was proven that Woodson's offense was a great fit for the Knicks. Each play showed an unselfish mentality of each player as the assists piled on. Against the Blazers, the Knicks produced 35 assists total, and 17 assists against the Pacers. The improved ball movement was seen mostly from fast breaks. On a number of the fast breaks, there were at least three passes made before the ball was shot into the basket. It is highly possible that this change in coaching and offensive scheme was what the Knicks needed. After the resignation of D'Antoni, there was a drastic change in the teams style of play as well as team work and ball movement. It is also possible that interim coach Woodson's style of coaching is what the Knicks needed. It may also give Anthony the leadership that he was never given by D'Antoni. Woodson also believes in veteran players filling the starting line-up which will eventually terminate the starting role for Jeremy Lin. Hopefully this new style of play by the Knicks will keep up, allowing them to make a push for the playoffs.