Knicks Could Lose Key Championship Guard Unless They Make Trade

According to ESPN insider Bobby Marks, the New York Knicks could lose guard Miles McBride in free agency unless they make a trade to create financial flexibility. New York faces luxury-tax apron constraints as they manage growing salary commitments across their championship roster. McBride is currently earning $3.9 million in the final season of a three-year, $13 million contract and will become an unrestricted free agent in July without an extension.

Marks projected that New York will sit about $15 million under the second apron next season, which may not be enough to re-sign McBride. The Knicks also face pending financial decisions with Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart, and Jalen Brunson. McBride has averaged 6.7 points while shooting 43.2% from three-point range through nine games this season.