Knicks Guard McBride Faces Slow Recovery After Surgery

No timeline set for return as 'slow process' drags on after sports hernia procedure

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Knicks guard Miles McBride is in the 'slow process' of returning from his sports hernia surgery, a recovery that started three weeks ago and is continuing with no date set for a return. McBride was having a breakout shooting season before the surprising diagnosis derailed his campaign. The procedure was on February 6th, and a 6-8 week recovery was initially expected, but McBride says there is still no exact timeline for his return.

Why it matters

McBride's absence has been felt by the Knicks, who have gone 9-4 in his latest stint on the sidelines. His 3-point shooting and pesky defense provide a unique spark off the bench that the team has had to adjust without. The Knicks have eased the transition by acquiring Jose Alvarado, but McBride's return could provide a big boost as the team pushes for the playoffs.

The details

McBride said the recovery process has been 'really a slow' one so far, with no contact allowed and him just starting to do some light shooting and strengthening exercises. He decided to travel with the team to rehab rather than stay back at the practice facility, saying he wanted to be around the guys and help out in any way he can from the sidelines.

  • McBride underwent surgery on February 6th.
  • A 6-8 week recovery timeline was initially expected.

The players

Miles McBride

A Knicks guard who was having a breakout shooting season before undergoing surgery for a sports hernia.

Jose Alvarado

A backup point guard acquired by the Knicks at the trade deadline to help ease the transition during McBride's absence.

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What they’re saying

“It's going to be a process coming back. I'm feeling the love from the whole organization. They want me back but they want me back right. So that's the main thing.”

— Miles McBride, Knicks Guard (nypost.com)

“I'll be in a better rhythm when he comes back so hopefully when we get together, we make some noise.”

— Jose Alvarado (nypost.com)

What’s next

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