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January 18, 2026
Scores 23 points with five triples
McBride closed with 23 points (9-18 FG, 5-12 3Pt), two rebounds, five assists and two steals across 36 minutes during Saturday's 106-99 loss to the Suns.
Analysis
After coughing up three turnovers his last time out, McBride did a much better job of taking care of the rock in this one, dishing out five dimes without committing a single turnover. He's been hot over the past two with Jalen Brunson (ankle) unavailable, posting averages of 24.0 points, 5.5 assists and 5.5 triples per contest. If Brunson can't give it a go Monday versus the Mavericks, McBride will make for a quality streaming option.
January 16, 2026
Excels in spot start
McBride produced 25 points (9-16 FG, 6-12 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds and six assists in 37 minutes during Thursday's 126-113 loss to the Warriors.
Analysis
McBride stepped into the starting lineup Thursday without Jalen Brunson (ankle), and he came through in a big way. The 25-year-old tied his season high in scoring and fell one triple shy of tying his season best in made treys. McBride will move back to the bench once Brunson is cleared to return, but he's been effective even as a reserve, averaging 15.5 points, 3.8 made threes, 2.5 rebounds and 3.4 assists in eight January appearances.
January 16, 2026
Starting Thursday
McBride is in the Knicks' starting lineup against the Warriors on Thursday, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.
Analysis
McBride will make his 13th start of the season Thursday (and fourth since Jan. 2) due to the absence of Jalen Brunson (ankle). McBride has scored in double digits in eight of his last nine outings, and over that span he has averaged 14.9 points, 2.8 assists, 2.6 rebounds, 3.3 threes and 0.9 steals over 29.6 minutes per game.
January 15, 2026
Strong line in loss
McBride recorded 10 points (4-14 FG, 2-8 3Pt), six rebounds and six assists in 28 minutes during Wednesday's 112-101 loss to the Kings.
Analysis
It's worth noting that Jalen Brunson (ankle) left this game after five minutes of action, allowing McBride to step into a larger role. Brunson was not wearing a boot or using crutches after the game, but his status for Thursday against the Warriors is in the air. McBride has the trust of coach Mike Brown and would likely see a hefty workload if Brunson is unavailable.