The New York Knicks honeymoon is officially over for Miles McBride. Often known as "Deuce," McBride has generated a decent following in New York as a rare homegrown Knick that made the rise from 12th man to contributor.

LOS ANGELES — Deuce McBride’s first crack as Jalen Brunson’s replacement was a disappointment. He expects to be better. “I’ve been a point guard my whole life,” McBride said. “I’ll bounce back and we’ll figure it out.”

New York looks to the All-Star center for leadership while he grieves the death of a close family friend, writes .