Knicks Could Trade McBride for Keon Ellis to Boost Roster

The New York Knicks have added Jordan Clarkson and Guerschon Yabusele in free agency, but with the Eastern Conference wide open, they might aim higher. Their financial flexibility is limited, making big moves tricky. Bleacher Report’s Zach Buckley suggested a realistic trade to boost the roster: the Knicks could send guard Miles McBride and a 2026 first-round pick (top-8 protected, via the Wizards) to the Sacramento Kings for guard Keon Ellis.

Ellis, entering his third NBA season, averaged 8.3 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.5 steals in 24.4 minutes per game last season, shooting 48.9/43.3/84.9 percent. His efficiency surpasses McBride, who shot 40.6 percent overall and 36.9 percent from three in 2024-25. This trade would give New York a more productive guard without breaking the bank, addressing both scoring and defensive needs.