The New York Knicks are making notable progress in their head coach hiring process this week, as they have reportedly narrowed down the pool to three candidates so far.

NBA free agency period is officially underway and the New York Knicks still have not picked a new head coach to lead the way. After firing Tom Thibodeau, the search for his replacement has not gone smoothly.

As free agency in the NBA begins on Monday night, the New York Knicks have a different major decision to make regarding their franchise. Of course, that decision involves their search for a new head coach after they elected to fire Tom Thibodeau after the season in a shocking move after he helped lead them to the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time since 2000.

The New York Knicks figure to have a quiet offseason compared to their two massive trades from a year ago when they acquired Mikal Bridges and Karl-Anthony Towns to reshape their roster. This summer's activity will reportedly start with Jordan Clarkson,

The New York Knicks are unlikely to pursue Russell Westbrook following the signing of Jordan Clarkson, according to Stefan Bondy of the New York Post.

Jordan Clarkson is expected to sign with the New York Knicks after he clears free agency waivers, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania on Monday. Sources had said earlier Monday that Clarkson was finalizing a contract buyout with the Utah Jazz that would make the veteran guard an unrestricted free agent.