The Knicks were the talk of NBA on Saturday, as new broke that the team will hire Tom Thibodeau as their next head coach.

Reaction then started pouring in across social media and across the league.

Here is a look at some of the top reaction to the former Chicago Bulls and Minnesota Timberwolves head coach getting the job in New York…

Jeff Van Gundy (via text message to SNY's Ian Begley)

“Tom is an exceptional coach and every Knick fan should be over joyed that Leon convinced him to come home!," Van Gundy told Begley. "Its a hard job and its roster needs to be over hauled, but there is no place like the Garden when you win.”

Gregg Popovich

"Tommy’s a seasoned veteran who it goes without saying understands what wins and what loses. He knows how to put a program together, create a culture and be demanding -- and at the same time, make people accountable."

Stan Van Gundy

“Congratulations to Tom Thibodeau. Great coach. Great guy. Knicks are very lucky to have him. But also can we acknowledge the great job Mike Miller did in NY in a tough situation.”

Steve Clifford

“It’s great news, and as soon as we get back (from the arena), I’ll call him. I mean, look, he’s one of my closest friends. He’s one of the best coaches in the league and he understands New York. He was in New York for a long time. New York is a different animal. He understands the fan base. He understands the New York media and he’s a great, great coach. So he’ll do great there, and it’s a great hire on their part.

Jae Crowder

“CONGRATS TIBS ON THE NEW COACHING JOB. CANT WAIT TO HAVE THESE BATTLES WITH YOU AGAIN.!”

Kendrick Perkins

"Tom Thibodeau is the definition of CULTURE!!!! Finally the Knicks are trending in the right direction for once."

George Karl

"Strong hire but the roster and ownership issues are still there. Culture comes from the top."

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