The New York Knicks have embraced the depth of the rotation more in 2025-26 than they did a year ago, but the results have been erratic at best. There's value to be found in giving the starters more time to rest, of course, but actively generating positive value from the bench has been an uphill battle.
With super-sub Miles McBride sidelined, it's become perfectly clear how valuable he is to the Knicks and how badly the rotation is missing him.
McBride is one of the most valuable players in the NBA when you factor quality against contract.