The Knicks surprised some fans on Friday morning when they signed former Laker, Dalton Knecht. While people have spent the past few weeks speculating about potential trades involving Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart, Tyler Kolek, and Pacome Dadiet, the first official move of the campaign was one that involved none of those guys.

But it does bring up some interesting questions surrounding Miles McBride and his growingly uncertain future in the Big Apple.

Dalton Knecht could make it easier for Knicks to trade Miles McBride

The backup guard and Knecht aren't even in the same stratosphere when it comes to their value and talent. Knecht is arguably a similarly skilled shooter. But outside of that, McBride is just a much better player.

He's a significantly better defender, is a much smarter player, and makes enough connective plays that help the team out even when his shot isn't going in.…