New York Knicks guard Miles McBride. Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

Watch: Miles McBride caught fire from three vs. Pacers

By Sean Keane | Last updated May 17, 2024 9:42 PM ET

Injuries forced Miles “Deuce” McBride into the Knicks’ starting lineup. His three-point shooting was hurting the Pacers in Game 6.

Deuce is hoopin’ right now pic.twitter.com/2ecmGClgDf
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He’s normally New York’s third or even fourth guard, but after Julius Randle and OG Anunoby both went out with injuries, McBride is now starting. And thriving.

Deuce McBride with an efficient start to Game 6... 11 points in Q1!

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His shooting inspired teammate Donte DiVincenzo, who missed his first three attempts from deep. But after seeing McBride’s example, DiVincenzo heated up, with an extra assist from Josh Hart’s hustle.

Josh Hart doing Josh Hart things ‼️

Hustle play leads to the DiVincenzo triple

Knicks-Pacers | Game 6 on ESPN pic.twitter.com/jG4amh2qqY
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Jalen Brunson wasn't effectively scoring early, but fortunately for the Knicks, their Deuce is going wild.

Sean Keane

Sean Keane is a sportswriter and a comedian based in Oakland, California, with experience covering the NBA, MLB, NFL and Ice Cube’s three-on-three basketball league, The Big 3. He’s written for Comedy Central’s “Another Period,” ESPN the Magazine, and Audible. com

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