Knicks Could Make a Costly Mistake With Miles McBride
Knicks could face a tough decision on Miles McBride as his future with New York comes into question.
The Knicks recently secured a championship, and nearly the entire roster is returning for another run. Among those staying is Miles McBride, who has been with the team the longest and is in the final year of his contract. Currently earning less than $4 million, the Knicks have until August 11 to extend his deal. If no agreement is reached, McBride could become a target for trade, primarily for a backup center.
However, extending his current contract appears to be the wiser choice. According to SB Nation’s Posting and Toasting, a player of McBride’s caliber for under $4 million is virtually impossible to find. They argue that trading him would only yield a third-string center, likely only useful in specific situations. The Knicks have a history of making similar trade mistakes, as they initially held onto Mitchell Robinson instead of trading him, which proved beneficial in winning the championship.
Head coach Mike Brown expressed his confidence in the team to decide on McBride's future, emphasizing that he wants to stay with the organization. McBride's contributions are invaluable, averaging a career-high 12 points, shooting 41.3% from three, and providing strong defensive efforts by guarding guards from full court. Losing him for nothing would be a significant setback, and trading him for a player who barely plays could be an even greater loss for the team.
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