Mon Dec 02 04:20:00 UTC 2024: **Former Knick Quentin Grimes Shines Against Old Team, Credits Thibodeau for Success**

DALLAS — Quentin Grimes, traded by the New York Knicks earlier this year, played a key role in the Dallas Mavericks’ 129-114 victory over his former team on Wednesday night. Grimes, who expressed frustration with his role in New York before being dealt to the Detroit Pistons and subsequently the Mavericks, attributed his strong performance to his time under Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau.

“Credit to Thibs,” Grimes said. “He gave me tough assignments early in my career, and that helped me learn how to guard top players.”

Grimes started alongside Kyrie Irving due to Luka Doncic’s absence and contributed significantly to the Mavericks’ win. He also expressed relief at being closer to his Texas home, avoiding the long commute he faced while playing for the Knicks.

The game marked a reunion with only a handful of his former Knicks teammates, Miles McBride and Jericho Sims. Grimes was particularly surprised by the offseason trade of Donte DiVincenzo, whom he expected to remain with the Knicks.

Meanwhile, Knicks forward OG Anunoby, who scored a career-high 40 points on Monday, was held to just eight points in Dallas. Knicks coach Thibodeau attributed this to the unpredictable nature of the game. The Mavericks’ win highlights Grimes’ successful transition and his growth as a player since leaving New York.

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