The New York Knicks have found their groove at the perfect time, and guard Miles McBride has been a big reason why.

After the team's 116-94 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday, McBride opened up about what gets him going when he steps on the court at Madison Square Garden.

McBride Feeds Off MSG Crowd

"I've always made shots," McBride said when asked about the work he put in to improve his three-point shooting.

The fourth-year guard also shared that he starts listening for "DEUCE" chants from the MSG crowd after he knocks down a shot, and that connection with the fans has helped fuel his recent surge.

The 25-year-old has turned into one of the Knicks' most reliable offensive weapons over the past few weeks, and the confidence he plays with at home is clear to see.

McBride is averaging 11.4 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.4 assists per game this season, but those numbers have jumped even higher during his recent stretch in the starting lineup.

Hot Streak Comes at the Right Time

McBride's shooting has been nothing short of remarkable lately.

Over his last five games, he has averaged 14.6 points while shooting the ball at a high clip from three-point range, and his back-to-back 19-point performances against the Charlotte Hornets and Milwaukee Bucks showed just how dangerous he can be when he gets hot.

In those two games, he went a combined 10-for-12 from beyond the arc.

With OG Anunoby sidelined due to a hamstring injury, McBride has stepped into the starting lineup and made the most of his chance.

His ability to knock down shots and play tough defense has given the Knicks a lift while they wait for their injured players to return.

Knicks Building Momentum

The win over Toronto gave New York its fourth straight victory and pushed the team's record to 13-6 on the season.

The Knicks have emerged as one of the favorites in the Eastern Conference, and head coach Mike Brown's squad has found ways to win despite dealing with injuries throughout the roster.

Jalen Brunson continues to lead the charge for New York, averaging 28.5 points and 6.3 assists per game this season while earning Eastern Conference Player of the Week honors for his play in late November.

Karl-Anthony Towns has been just as important, putting up 21.7 points and 11.9 rebounds per game while forming one of the best duos in the league alongside Brunson.

The Knicks are now 10-1 at Madison Square Garden this season, and the energy from the crowd has played a role in their success at home. 

New York turns its attention to a road matchup against the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night as they look to keep their winning ways going.