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NBA·RECAP·March 22, 2026 04:03 AM ET

Knicks Coach Mike Brown Reaches 500 Career Wins in 93-92 Win at Nets

Milestone victory lifts Knicks to 46-25, clinching tiebreaker over Celtics in Eastern playoff race.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Mar 221 min read
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What happened: New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown notched his 500th career NBA win in a 93-92 victory over the Brooklyn Nets. He became the 40th coach in league history to reach the mark and the 10th fastest in 829 games. Brown also joined eight coaches with 500 wins and a 60% or better winning percentage.

Why it matters: Brown's achievement highlights his elite status, including multiple Coach of the Year awards, placing him alongside legends like Popovich, Phil Jackson, and Steve Kerr. For fans, the gritty road win strengthens the Knicks' playoff positioning at 46-25 with a key tiebreaker over Boston. It underscores New York's momentum in a competitive Eastern Conference.

By the numbers: Knicks record: 46-25 Brown stats: 500 wins in 829 games (~60.3% win pct) Milestones: 40th coach to 500 wins; 10th fastest; 10th with 500 wins + multiple COY; 8th with 500 wins & 60%+ win pct

What to watch: Monitor Hawks coach Quin Snyder at 496 wins nearing the milestone. Watch Knicks' upcoming games for continued playoff implications.

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