Knicks consider trade options for Miles McBride amid contract uncertainty
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 3:49 AM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026
The New York Knicks' refusal to negotiate contract extensions with several core players has left guard Miles McBride as a likely trade candidate. After winning their first championship in 2026, the Knicks are looking to remain cap-compliant amid potential roster changes. McBride averaged 12.0 points last season but has seen a reduced role in the playoffs. The Knicks may seek to give more playing time to players like Tyler Kolek, who is viewed as a promising option behind McBride. Other stars, including Josh Hart and Karl-Anthony Towns, also face uncertain futures regarding their contracts.
- •Knicks ended a 53-year championship drought in 2026.
- •McBride is viewed as a trade candidate with uncertain future.
- •Team seeks cap compliance after losing Mitchell Robinson.
- •Other stars in contract negotiations include Josh Hart and Karl-Anthony Towns.
- •Reduced playoff role may influence Knicks' decision on McBride.
- 3:49 AMYahoo Sports — Knicks champion is a ‘likely trade candidate’ after team refuses to negotiate a contract extension
"The New York Knicks’ decision not to engage in contract extension talks for multiple core stars might have left one key contributor on the trade bubble. The Knicks ended a 53-year wait for a championship in 2026 after defeating the San Antonio Spurs to bring the Larry O’Brien trophy to New York.
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