The New York Knicks are gearing up for a crucial matchup against the Houston Rockets, and the latest injury report adds an extra layer of intrigue to the game. With tipoff set for 8:30 p.m. ET at Madison Square Garden, the Knicks are navigating a roster impacted by injuries and G League assignments.
Miles McBride is a notable absence for New York. The 25-year-old guard is sidelined as he recovers from pelvic-related core muscle surgery.
McBride last took the court in the Knicks’ victory over the Sacramento Kings, where he contributed nine points, four assists, two rebounds, and two steals. Before his surgery, McBride was having a standout season, posting career-best numbers with averages of 12.9 points, 2.8 assists, and 2.6 rebounds per game, while shooting an impressive 43.4 percent from the field and 42 percent from beyond the arc.
The Knicks' injury report also lists several players as questionable, primarily due to G League assignments. Pacome Dadiet, Trey Jemison III, Dillon Jones, Tyler Kolek, and Kevin McCullar Jr. are all in this category.
Tyler Kolek, who played in New York’s dominant win over the Philadelphia 76ers, is among those with a questionable status. In that game, he logged three points, three assists, and two rebounds in 10 minutes of play. Kolek's sophomore season has seen him average 4.9 points, 2.9 assists, and 1.9 rebounds, while shooting 42.3 percent from the field.
The Knicks are looking to bounce back after a tough loss to the Detroit Pistons, who currently lead the NBA standings. As they host the Rockets, both teams are neck and neck in the standings, separated by just a single game in the loss column.
Following this matchup, the Knicks will hit the road for a three-game trip, beginning with a game against the Chicago Bulls. With both teams vying for top positions in their respective conferences, this game against the Rockets is set to be a high-stakes encounter.