New York Knicks DVOA, Stats, & NBA Rankings

New York Knicks guard Miles McBride (hamstring) has been tagged as questionable again on Monday and could miss a fourth consecutive game against the Orlando Magic. McBride has been an important bench piece so far this season and has scored in the double digits 14 times while registering at least one steal in 15 of his 28 games. If he's forced to miss another game, Cameron Payne and Landry Shamet will likely see some added playing time again off of the bench. Both of them aren't recommended as streaming options though since the starters will likely run heavy minutes.

New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (calf) appeared on the injury report with calf tightness but is considered probable to play against the Orlando Magic on Monday. The star point guard has only missed one game this season despite playing heavy minutes most of the time. He's averaging 25.4 points, 7.7 assists (career high), 2.9 rebounds, 2.4 threes, and 2.4 turnovers across 35.0 minutes per game. With Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) listed as questionable, Brunson may even be tasked with a bigger scoring load in this game. Fantasy managers already know he's a must-start in all formats as long as he's healthy.

New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) is questionable heading into Monday's matchup with the Orlando Magic. Fantasy managers had a feeling this was coming, although it was reported that his current ailment isn't anything serious. Of course, the Knicks will be cautious with Towns, especially since he's having a stellar 2024-25 campaign, averaging 25.3 points and a career-high 14.0 rebounds while shooting an impressive 44.0% from behind the arc. If he doesn't suit up against Orlando, Jalen Brunson (calf), who is probable, should see an uptick in scoring opportunities. Precious Achiuwa may also enter the starting lineup and would immediately warrant streaming consideration in all fantasy formats.

New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (leg) appears to have avoided a serious injury, according to Stefan Bondy of the New York Post, who reported that Towns went through an exhaustive post-game weightlifting session after his early exit from the Knicks' 13-point loss in Chicago on Saturday night. Towns had 44 points, 16 rebounds, and five assists in 37 minutes before hobbling to the locker room with a possible leg injury in the closing minutes of the fourth quarter. Towns and the Knicks will look to bounce back from back-to-back road losses as they host the Magic on Monday.

New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (right calf tightness) is available for Saturday's game against the Chicago Bulls after being listed as probable. Brunson has been logging heavy minutes, playing 40 or more in two of his last three games, including an impressive 55-point outing against the Wizards. Despite dealing with the calf issue, the star point guard will suit up and continue to lead the Knicks offense. Brunson has been outstanding this season, averaging 25.1 points and 7.7 assists per game, while maintaining his efficiency.