Knicks Get Positive News Amid Miles McBride Injury, Thunder Loss

New York clinches playoff spot despite Sunday's setback against Oklahoma City.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 7:20pm

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The New York Knicks suffered a loss against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday, with guard Miles McBride sustaining a groin injury in his return to the court. However, the Knicks received good news as a Philadelphia 76ers loss on Monday against the Miami Heat will secure a playoff spot for New York, their fifth in six years.

Why it matters

The Knicks' playoff berth is an important milestone for the team, which has been rebuilding and working to return to postseason contention in recent years. While the McBride injury is a setback, the Knicks' overall success this season has put them in a strong position heading into the playoffs.

The details

McBride's injury occurred during the third quarter of the Knicks' loss to the Thunder. Knicks head coach Mike Brown said he was unsure if it was a recurrence of McBride's previous sports hernia surgery. The Knicks will want McBride healthy for the postseason, as he has been a key contributor off the bench. Despite the loss, the Knicks sit in third place in the Eastern Conference and second in the Atlantic Division, trailing the Boston Celtics.

  • The Knicks lost to the Thunder on Sunday, March 30, 2026.
  • The 76ers play the Heat on Monday, March 31, 2026.
  • The Knicks can clinch a playoff spot with a win over the Rockets on Tuesday, April 1, 2026.

The players

Miles McBride

A guard for the New York Knicks who suffered a groin injury in his return to the court on Sunday.

Mike Brown

The head coach of the New York Knicks.

Karl-Anthony Towns

A player for the New York Knicks who led the team with 25 points and 7 rebounds in a previous win over the Rockets.

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What they’re saying

“Mike Brown said he's unsure if Miles McBride's injury was an aggravation of his sports hernia surgery.”

— Mike Brown, Head Coach, New York Knicks

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

The Knicks' playoff berth is a significant achievement, but the team will need to ensure McBride's health is prioritized as they prepare for the postseason. The loss to the Thunder is a setback, but the Knicks have shown resilience throughout the season and will look to bounce back in their upcoming games.