Knicks' Miles McBride Strives to Regain Pre-Injury Form Before Playoffs

The young guard is racing against the clock to return to his best play after missing 28 games due to a sports hernia surgery.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 1:38am

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Miles McBride, a key contributor off the bench for the New York Knicks, is working to regain his pre-injury form before the playoffs begin. McBride missed 28 games after undergoing surgery to repair a sports hernia, and has struggled with his shot in his first few games back. The Knicks need McBride, who was enjoying a career year prior to the injury, to get back to his best in the final four regular season games to be ready for the postseason.

Why it matters

McBride was one of the Knicks' most important bench players and best perimeter defenders before the injury. His return to form could be crucial for the team's playoff aspirations, as they look to make a deep run in the postseason.

The details

In the three games since returning, McBride has shot just 1-for-12 from the field and 1-for-8 from 3-point range. He did show signs of progress in the win over the Bulls, going 2-for-4 from deep. McBride also briefly aggravated the injury while diving for a loose ball against the Thunder, but was able to return the next game. The Knicks need the young guard to regain his confidence and shooting stroke over the final four regular season games.

  • McBride has played in 3 games since returning from the 28-game absence.
  • The Knicks have 4 regular season games remaining before the playoffs begin.

The players

Miles McBride

A second-year guard for the New York Knicks who was enjoying a career-best season before undergoing sports hernia surgery that sidelined him for 28 games.

Mitchell Robinson

The Knicks' starting center, who was tied with McBride as the team's most important contributor off the bench prior to the injury.

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What they’re saying

“Everything, honestly. It's a tough thing to be out so long, having a surgery in the middle of the season.”

— Miles McBride, Knicks Guard

“It's really just a part of the recovery process. It's just kind of like a tweak, and it's a painful tweak. It's not necessarily as bad, it's just sometimes you can't really do anything about it.”

— Miles McBride, Knicks Guard

What’s next

The Knicks will monitor McBride's progress over the final four regular season games to ensure he is ready for the playoffs.

The takeaway

McBride's return to form could be a key factor in the Knicks' postseason success. After a breakout season, the young guard's defense and 3-point shooting will be vital if the Knicks hope to make a deep playoff run.