Knicks guard Miles McBride discusses NBA rewarding losing players

Miles McBride, the backup guard for the New York Knicks, expressed concerns about the NBA's practices of rewarding players who do not contribute to winning teams. Speaking on a show with Knicks Film School, McBride stated that players need to understand their roles better. He believes that if players committed to being role players, the league would change significantly. McBride highlighted the importance of seizing opportunities to showcase talent, as exemplified by the growth of players like Jalen Brunson, who evolved from a backup to a leading star. He advocates for more players to embrace supportive roles to enhance overall team performance.

• 1:49 AMYahoo Sports — Knicks guard Miles McBride believes the NBA is rewarding players who do not win