The New York Knicks Face Setback with Miles McBride’s Injury
The New York Knicks are likely to face a significant setback as guard Miles McBride is expected to undergo surgery for a sports hernia, a situation first reported by Fred Katz of The Athletic. This surgery could sideline the 25-year-old until the playoffs. McBride, in his 35 appearances this season, has contributed an average of 12.9 points, along with 2.8 assists and 2.6 rebounds, playing just over 28 minutes per game.
Knicks Strengthen Backcourt Ahead of Trade Deadline
In light of McBride’s looming absence, the Knicks strengthened their backcourt by acquiring Jose Alvarado from the New Orleans Pelicans just ahead of the NBA trade deadline on Thursday. This move follows McBride’s history of injury issues this season, including an eight-game hiatus in December due to a high left ankle sprain. The same ankle has kept him out of action for the last five games, as the team awaited further testing results.
Knicks’ Recent Performance
On a positive note, the Knicks have been in outstanding form, recording eight consecutive wins after a thrilling double-overtime victory against the Denver Nuggets, ending in a 134-127 scoreline. With a current record of 33 wins to 18 losses, the Knicks have secured the second spot in the Eastern Conference standings.
Additional Trades and Future Outlook
In addition to securing Alvarado, the Knicks also traded for Dalen Terry from the Chicago Bulls, sending Guerschon Yabusele in the opposite direction. With Alvarado’s current performance—averaging 7.9 points, 3.1 assists, and 2.8 rebounds per game—the Knicks believe they have bolstered their lineup at a crucial time.
As the team navigates this injury situation, fans will be keeping a close eye on McBride’s recovery process and the impact of the recent trades as the playoffs approach.
