Miles McBride Targets Full Recovery as Knicks Prepare for Playoffs
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NEW YORK — Knicks guard Miles McBride said on April 4, 2026, that he is working to regain the condition and rhythm he had before his recent injury, aiming to be at full strength when the postseason begins.
The 23-year-old emphasized that his current focus is daily rehabilitation, conditioning drills, and on-court shooting sessions designed to restore his quickness and confidence. “I want to be the player I was before the setback,” he noted, adding that the medical staff has outlined a detailed program to help him reach that goal.
The Knicks have not set a public timetable for McBride’s complete return to normal minutes, but team officials said they expect him to be available for the first round of the playoffs if his progress continues without interruption.
Head coach Tom Thibodeau acknowledged McBride’s importance to the club’s perimeter defense and bench scoring, stating that the guard’s ability to pressure the ball and stretch the floor will be vital in a tightly contested Eastern Conference race.
New York is currently finalizing its rotation in the remaining regular-season games, balancing McBride’s recovery plan with the need to build cohesion ahead of the postseason opener.
Source: New York Post
