Miles McBride Sparks Knicks as New York Takes Commanding Lead in Series

Originally posted on WV Sports Now | By Mike Asti | Last updated 4/29/24

Miles McBride was not able to make his presence as felt as he did earlier in the series, but he was still productive during a big Knicks win.

In 26 minutes off the bench, McBride scored 13 points while going 4-for-7 from the field and 3-for-5 from three. He also added four rebounds and was a +8 overall. For McBride’s efforts, New York won the game 97-92 on Saturday afternoon.

SHOUTOUT TO DEUCE.

13 points and 4 assists off the bench for Miles McBride! pic.twitter.com/tPi0KDJZXt

— Knicks Videos (@sny_knicks) April 28, 2024

New York now holds a commanding lead in their best of seven series against the Philadelphia 76ers, 3-1, with game two slatted for 7:30 pm ET on Monday. The game will be televised nationally on TNT.

In December, McBride signed a $13 million extension with the Knicks over the next three years. The Knicks traded away many players throughout the season, allowing McBride to pick up more minutes in the rotation.

McBride’s NBA career started to take off during his second year in the NBA with the Knicks. McBride appeared in 64 games during the 2022-23 season. McBride averaged 3.5 points and 1.1 assists last season. The Cincinnati, Ohio, native shot 36 percent from the field. The Knicks picked up McBride’s team option before NBA free agency began this past offseason prior to eventually awarding him with a bigger deal.

Miles McBride played two seasons at West Virginia from 2019-21, leading the Mountaineers to an NCAA Tournament appearance during his sophomore year. McBride averaged 15.9 points, 3.9 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.9 steals per game.

This article first appeared on WV Sports Now and was syndicated with permission.

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