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The Knicks Have to Choose Between Josh Hart and Deuce McBride. Here’s What They Should Do
Locked On Knicks - Daily Podcast On The New York Knicks›
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The New York Knicks face a pivotal roster dilemma as contract talks stall and second apron concerns threaten their championship core. Should Deuce McBride’s elite shooting and youth be prioritized over Josh Hart’s playoff-tested defense and veteran leadership? Gavin and XJ dissect the value each brings, weighing the long-term impact for the Knicks in a tightening salary cap era.
Key topics include James Dolan’s reluctance to pay luxury payouts, the ripple effects of Mitchell Robinson joining the Celtics, and the future viability of New York's roster around Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and OG Anunoby. The duo takes questions from the live stream audience including: Can the Knicks continue contending if Brunson lands a massive extension? Which role players are irreplaceable, and could Deuce end up a breakout star elsewhere? Don’t miss this high-stakes look at the Knicks’ championship window and next moves.
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"The Knicks Have to Choose Between Josh Hart and Deuce McBride. Here’s What They Should Do" is an episode of Locked On Knicks - Daily Podcast On The New York Knicks. Runtime 31 min. Published October 12, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
