Deuce McBride reflects on Knicks championship run following Hawks series

New York Knicks guard Miles "Deuce" McBride identified the team's first-round series against the Atlanta Hawks as the pivotal moment of their 2026 championship campaign. After struggling early in the series, the Knicks gained momentum with a 114-98 win in Game 4. The team subsequently secured victories in Game 5 and Game 6 to eliminate Atlanta before continuing their postseason run. Following that series, the team recorded a near-perfect record, suffering only one additional loss during the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs. Coach Mike Brown led the group to their first championship in 52 years, overcoming internal and external doubts regarding their regular-season performance. McBride stated that the team's confidence shifted significantly once they successfully navigated the challenging opening round against the Hawks.

• 2:18 AMYahoo Sports — Deuce McBride realized nobody could stop the Knicks during the series against the Hawks