20-06-2025
Former WVU hoops standout Deuce McBride authors children's book
MORGANTOWN — Move over Dr. Seuss, it's time to make room for Dr. Deuce.
Former WVU standout and New York Knicks guard Deuce McBride is now an author.
On Wednesday, McBride announced on social media the release of his children's book 'Deuce: The Champion of Friendship.'
The book can be found on and sells in paperback for $17.
The project is a part of McBride seeking to 'build my legacy off the court,' he said on a social media post.
The news comes just days after McBride, 24, and his girlfriend, Ana Zortea, welcomed their first child, a girl named Ace.
According to the description on Amazon, the 40-page book is, 'powerful themes of empathy, inclusion, and teamwork. Deuce reminds readers that real champions aren't just the ones who win games — they're the ones who lift others up.
'Based on the real-life values of NBA player Miles 'Deuce' McBride, this story is perfect for readers ages 7–11, young athletes, and any child who's ever felt like an outsider.'
The message of the book revolves around characters Deuce and Lily, who play basketball at their local court every weekend.
Everything changes when they meet Ravi, a shy new kid who's never felt like he belonged.
With a basketball tournament approaching, Deuce must decide if he wants to play on the team with the best players or stand alongside Ravi on a different team.
In two seasons at WVU, McBride played in 60 games and averaged 15.9 points per game as a sophomore.
He opted to enter the 2021 NBA Draft after his sophomore season and was taken by the Knicks in the second round.
He just completed his fourth season in New York, helping the Knicks reach the Eastern Conference Finals.
He played in all six games against the Indiana Pacers in the conference finals, averaging 18.2 minutes of action and 5.5 points per game.
McBride had his best season as a pro in 2024-25, averaging 9.5 points and 2.5 assists per game. He started 10 of the 64 games he played.
McBride has one season remaining on his three-year deal signed in 2023 that pays him $13 million.
