Knicks count on Miles McBride, Landry Shamet to power deep playoff push
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The New York Knicks believe their chances for an extended 2026 postseason run hinge on getting top-level performances from guards Miles McBride and Landry Shamet.
The emphasis on the duo came to the forefront on April 17, 2026, as the team prepared for the opening round of the NBA playoffs. Club officials signaled that consistent scoring, perimeter defense and reliable ballhandling from both players are viewed as essential to surviving a lengthy playoff schedule.
New York enters the postseason looking to build on regular-season momentum, but team insiders indicated that sustained success will depend heavily on McBride and Shamet playing at their peak from the outset.
Source: New York Post
