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Mikal Bridges News
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Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
10 days ago
Mikal Bridges tallied 23 points (9-of-14 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), four rebounds, six assists, one block and four three-pointers in Friday’s loss to the Bulls.
While the season is still extremely young, Bridges continues to show signs of being a fantasy steal. He’s scored 20 points or more in three straight games and has provided excellent production across all categories. Bridges is providing first-round value in nine-cat formats, outperforming his Yahoo! ADP (77) significantly. He’ll look to continue his resurgence on Sunday when the Knicks host the Bulls in the teams’ final game of Week 2.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
13 days ago
Mikal Bridges tallied 24 points (8-of-16 FGs, 5-of-5 FTs), 10 rebounds, six assists, one steal and three three-pointers in Tuesday’s loss to the Bucks.
Bridges has scored 20 points or more in consecutive games and seems more comfortable with Mike Brown’s offensive system than he did playing for Tom Thibodeau last season. Bridges finished Tuesday’s win with his first double-double of the season and matched his season-high in assists. While he may not sustain the top-15 value he’s currently providing, Bridges is well-positioned to bounce back after an uneven 2024-25.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
15 days ago
Mikal Bridges amassed 20 points (7-of-11 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), five rebounds, four assists and three three-pointers in Sunday’s loss to the Heat.
While Sunday’s performance was his first this season with at least 20 points, Bridges has gotten off to a much better start than last season. The Knicks wing has shot 50 percent or better in all three games while totaling 16 rebounds, 12 assists, three blocks, five steals and six three-pointers. A combination of being more comfortable with his teammates and the offensive system implemented by Mike Brown has been a factor. The Knicks play three games during Week 2, starting with the Bucks on Tuesday.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
19 days ago
Mikal Bridges accounted for 16 points (6-of-11 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), five rebounds, six assists, three steals, two blocks and one three-pointer in Wednesday’s win over the Cavaliers.
The Knicks’ desire not to have the ball in Jalen Brunson’s hands as much benefits the team’s starting wings, Bridges and OG Anunoby. Both played well against the Cavaliers, with Anunoby leading the team in scoring and Bridges doing so in assists. In fact, all five starters recorded at least two assists, and the Knicks finished with 22 as a team. While he was underwhelming as a fantasy option in his first season with the team, Bridges could be more productive in 2025-26.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
24 days ago
Mikal Bridges amassed 16 points (7-of-16 FGs), seven rebounds, four assists, two steals, two blocks and two three-pointers in Friday’s win over the Hornets.
With three starters, Karl-Anthony Towns, OG Anunoby and Mitchell Robinson, unavailable, Bridges saw even more of the basketball than he did during the Knicks’ other preseason games. Also of note was his grabbing five offensive rebounds and picking up the slack for the absent Robinson. While Bridges’ fantasy production underwhelmed last season, he’s yet to miss a game in his NBA career and may benefit from the head coaching change. Don’t be surprised if Bridges rebounds and has a good 2025-26.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
about 1 month ago
Mikal Bridges accounted for 15 points (6-of-12 FGs), four rebounds, one assist, three steals and three three-pointers in Thursday’s win over the Timberwolves.
The Knicks’ preseason home opener required overtime to determine the outcome, but Bridges and the other starters finished their work during the third quarter. Head coach Mike Brown’s desire for the team to play at a faster tempo will take some getting used to, but Bridges has looked relatively comfortable during New York’s three exhibition games. He shot 50 percent from the field against the Timberwolves and was a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. Based on his current Yahoo! ADP of 80.7, managers may be undervaluing Bridges in early drafts.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
about 1 month ago
Mikal Bridges amassed 10 points (4-of-4 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), two rebounds, one assist and two blocked shots in Saturday’s exhibition win over the 76ers.
As was the case in Thursday’s preseason opener, Bridges scored 10 points in Saturday’s victory. However, he did not miss a shot in the rematch after going 4-of-10 from the field against Philadelphia two days prior. If the first two games indicate how Bridges will be used during the regular season, he may have the ball in his hands more in the halfcourt. Doing this can help take some of the pressure off of Jalen Brunson (14/1/2/2 with two three-pointers), who has to run the offense and serve as New York’s first scoring option. This approach may raise Bridges’ fantasy ceiling, but he totaled one assist in two games against the 76ers.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
3 months ago
ESPN’s Shams Charania reports Mikal Bridges and the Knicks have agreed to a four-year extension worth $150 million.
With the 2025-26 season being the last on his current contract, this was an important summer for the Knicks to lock in Bridges as a member of the team’s core moving forward. His reported contract extension includes a player option for the final season (2029-30) and a trade kicker if he were to be dealt at any point. In his first season with the Knicks, Bridges started all 82 regular-season games, averaging 17.6 points, 3.2 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 0.9 steals and 2.0 three-pointers in 37.0 minutes. Continuing to serve as a key member of the Knicks’ starting lineup, Bridges is a safe bet to offer middle-round value in standard fantasy leagues next season.
Source: Shams Charania
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
6 months ago
Mikal Bridges recorded 20 points (9-of-18 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), seven rebounds, two assists, two steals and one three-pointer in Friday’s Game 2 loss to the Pacers.
As Tyrese Haliburton’s primary defender, Bridges has been asked to log heavy minutes in the Eastern Conference Finals. After playing 46 minutes in Game 1, he played another 45 on Friday, proving to be New York’s second-best offensive option. Once again, Bridges got going after halftime, shooting 8-of-13 from the field in the second half. With New York heading into Sunday’s Game 3 trailing two games to none, Bridges’ playing time is unlikely to decrease, especially with Josh Hart (6/6/1/1/1 in 29 minutes) not providing much offense.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
6 months ago
Mikal Bridges accounted for 22 points (9-of-15 FGs), four rebounds, three assists, one steal, two blocks and four three-pointers in 30 minutes in Friday’s Game 6 win over the Celtics.
After shooting 4-of-14 from the field in Wednesday’s Game 5 blowout defeat, Bridges needed to bounce back, as did many of his teammates. The Knicks wing got the job done in Game 6, shooting well over 50 percent from the field and recording a complete stat line. While there has been the occasional hiccup, Bridges has repeatedly reminded fans during this playoff run why the Knicks paid a high price to acquire him last summer. On Wednesday, the Knicks host the Pacers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
6 months ago
Mikal Bridges had 23 points (11-of-21 FGs), seven rebounds, three assists, four steals, one block and one three-pointer against the Celtics in Game 4 on Monday.
14 of Bridges’ 23 points came in the second half of one of the biggest Knicks playoff wins in decades. The 28-year-old small forward was his usual active self on the defensive end with four steals and a block. Still, his offensive contributions were potentially even more important, especially with so many of his points coming in the second half and when Jalen Brunson took a rest at the start of the fourth quarter. Bridges has been a thorn in the Celtics’ side this series and will look to keep that going in a potential close out game in Game 5 on Wednesday.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
6 months ago
Mikal Bridges came up big late and finished with 14 points (6-of-18 FGs), seven rebounds, five assists, three steals and two three-pointers in Game 2 against the Celtics on Wednesday.
In this series, Bridges has been worth every first that New York had to trade away to acquire him. After ripping the ball away from Jaylen Brown to seal the Game 1 win, Bridges stole the ball from Jayson Tatum in the final seconds of Game 2 to give the Knicks a 2-0 lead as they head back home for Games 3 and 4. It was a rough first three quarters offensively for Bridges, but he scored all 14 of his points in the final frame. The box score doesn’t show just how impactful Bridges has been in this series, especially in the clutch.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
6 months ago
Mikal Bridges shot 3-of-13 from the field in Monday’s Game 1 win over the Celtics, tallying eight points, six rebounds, seven assists, three steals, two blocks and two three-pointers in 51 minutes.
Having last missed a basketball game during his junior year of high school, Bridges has been the NBA’s “iron man” since entering the league. However, that may have been extreme on Monday, as the Knicks wing played 51 of a possible 53 minutes. Bridges was fresh enough to make the game’s deciding play, as he ripped the ball away from Jaylen Brown before the Celtics guard could attempt a potential game-tying three-pointer. Bridges did not shoot the ball well, but he was impactful as a defender and playmaker to help the Knicks steal Game 1. Game 2 is on Wednesday.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
6 months ago
Mikal Bridges had 25 points (11-of-16 FGs), four rebounds, three assists, one block and one three-pointer against the Pistons in Game 6 on Thursday.
Bridges’ three-point shooting struggles continued Thursday as he went 1-of-4 from behind the arc, but his 25 points were critical for a Knicks team desperate for scoring from anyone not named Jalen Brunson. Bridges was 10-of-12 on two-point field goals and none was bigger than his game-tying left-handed tip-in with less than a minute left in the fourth quarter. The Knicks are going to need more consistent offensive performances from Bridges if they’re going to have any chance of getting past the Celtics in round two.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
7 months ago
Mikal Bridges accumulated 20 points (7-of-13 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), seven rebounds, three assists, three steals, two blocks and three three-pointers in 39 minutes during Thursday’s Game 3 win over the Pistons.
After scoring eight points in New York’s series-opening victory, Bridges totaled 39 in Games 2 and 3. He did a bit of everything on Thursday, recording a complete stat line while shooting over 50 percent from the field. With the Knicks looking to give Jalen Brunson the occasional respite while on the court, Bridges has done a little more in the way of playmaking in this series. That has not resulted in an explosion in the assist category, but it has ensured that Bridges remains involved offensively. Game 4 is on Sunday afternoon in Detroit.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
7 months ago
Mikal Bridges accumulated 20 points (7-of-13 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), seven rebounds, three assists, three steals, two blocks and three three-pointers in 39 minutes in Thursday’s Game 3 win over the Pistons.
After scoring eight points in New York’s series-opening victory, Bridges totaled 39 in Games 2 and 3. He did a bit of everything on Thursday, recording a complete stat line while shooting over 50 percent from the field. With the Knicks looking to give Jalen Brunson the occasional respite while on the court, Bridges has done a little more in the way of playmaking in this series. That has not resulted in an explosion in the assist category, but it has ensured that Bridges remains involved offensively. Game 4 is on Sunday afternoon in Detroit.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
7 months ago
Mikal Bridges finished with 19 points (8-of-18 FGs), five rebounds, three steals and three three-pointers in Game 2 against the Pistons on Monday.
Bridges was the second-leading scorer behind Jalen Brunson (37) for the Knicks in this game, but he still wasn’t great, especially down the stretch. He was held scoreless in the fourth quarter and missed multiple clean looks late in the game, including a three-pointer with 11 seconds left that would’ve tied this game. Instead, New York will now head to Detroit for Game 3 with the series tied at one game apiece. Bridges only had eight points in Game 1, and they’ll need him to be much better for the Knicks to reclaim homecourt advantage in this series.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
7 months ago
Mikal Bridges (rest) will not return to Sunday’s game against the Nets.
The Knicks secured the third seed in the East before Sunday’s game, so there isn’t anything on the line besides Bridges’s games-played streak. He logged six seconds before intentionally fouling a Nets player, with Landry Shamet replacing him in the lineup. Bridges, whose NBA games-played streak is 556, has not missed a game since high school. He’ll be ready for the Knicks’ first-round matchup with the Pistons next weekend.
Source: Ryan Field
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
7 months ago
Mikal Bridges shot 9-of-13 from the field in Saturday’s win over the Hawks, tallying 20 points, three rebounds, five assists and two three-pointers in 33 minutes.
After a disappointing performance in which he only attempted six shots in a loss to the Cavaliers on Wednesday, Bridges was far more involved as a scorer on Saturday. The 20 points were two fewer than his total in New York’s first two games of Week 22, and Mikal has recorded five assists or more in four of his last six outings. The next test for Bridges will be to keep this going once Jalen Brunson returns from his ankle injury, which could be as soon as Sunday against Phoenix.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
8 months ago
Mikal Bridges logged 40 minutes in Sunday’s win over the Trail Blazers, scoring 28 points (12-of-22 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs) with two rebounds, seven assists, one block and two three-pointers.
After totaling 14 points in the first three quarters of Sunday’s game, Bridges upped the production during the fourth. Shooting 6-of-8 from the field, he scored 14 in the final frame as the Knicks pulled away for the victory. Bridges has scored 21 points or more in four of his last five appearances and has offered fourth-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. The Knicks play four games during Week 22, starting with the 76ers on Tuesday. With New York visiting Cleveland the following night, Bridges’ playing time may take a slight hit against Philadelphia.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
8 months ago
Mikal Bridges accounted for 26 points (12-of-24 FGs), three rebounds, five assists, two steals and two three-pointers in 38 minutes in Friday’s win over the Bucks.
Bridges has scored at least 21 points in three of his last four outings, providing increased offensive production as the Knicks press on without Jalen Brunson. Over the past two weeks, Mikal has offered fourth-round value in nine-cat formats. In addition to the scoring, fantasy managers should watch his assist production. Over his past two games, Bridges has 14 assists and three turnovers. Given how shorthanded the Knicks are at the point guard position, he’s one of the wings who has taken on more playmaking responsibilities in recent games.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
8 months ago
Mikal Bridges amassed 17 points (7-of-16 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), four rebounds, nine assists, one steal and one three-pointer in 40 minutes in Wednesday’s loss to the Clippers.
With the current state of the Knicks’ point guard position, there will be increased opportunities for the healthy starters to offer more value in the assist category. Bridges dished out nine helpers on Wednesday, the most in a game for him this season. The Knicks wing only committed two turnovers, but a 1-of-5 night from beyond the arc hurt his field goal percentage. Over the past two weeks, Bridges has offered top-50 value in eight-cat formats. His value will likely increase if Cameron Payne joins Jalen Brunson and Miles McBride on the sidelines after exiting Wednesday’s game with a sprained ankle.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
8 months ago
Mikal Bridges finished Tuesday’s win over the Mavericks with 21 points (9-of-14 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), one rebound, one assist, one block and two three-pointers in 34 minutes.
Bridges had a productive night in the points and field-goal percentage categories, but the overall stat line lacked substance. However, over the past two weeks, he has been a fourth-round player in eight-cat formats, averaging 22.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 1.1 steals, 0.4 blocks and 2.0 three-pointers per game. Nights like Tuesday, where he puts up many “ones” in key categories, have not been the norm for Bridges recently, which has been good for those who have him rostered.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
8 months ago
Mikal Bridges logged 38 minutes in Saturday’s win over the Wizards, accounting for 27 points (10-of-20 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), six rebounds, four assists, three steals, one block and four three-pointers.
After a disappointing two-game road swing in which he shot 10-of-24 from the field in losses to the Spurs and Hornets, Bridges looked rejuvenated on Saturday. He went off during the second quarter, scoring 20 points on 8-of-10 shooting. Fantasy managers will undoubtedly take the complete stat line from Bridges, who has provided top-75 value in eight-cat formats over the past month. New York plays four games during Week 21, starting with the Mavericks on Tuesday.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
8 months ago
Mikal Bridges amassed 14 points (5-of-13 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), five rebounds, seven assists and one three-pointer in 32 minutes in Wednesday’s loss to the Spurs.
Bridges got off to a slow start on Wednesday, as did many of his teammates outside Karl-Anthony Towns. He shot 1-of-6 from the field in the first half, but fantasy managers received some value in the rebound and assist categories. Over the past two weeks, Bridges has been a sixth-round player in eight-cat formats. While Wednesday’s effort was underwhelming, his value has increased since a sprained ankle sidelined Jalen Brunson.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
8 months ago
Mikal Bridges logged 32 minutes in Monday’s win over the Heat, accumulating 28 points (10-of-14 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), one rebound, three assists, one steal and four three-pointers.
After a terribly slow start, Monday night went about as well for the Knicks as they could have hoped. Bridges, who ripped off a personal 9-0 run at one point, scored a game-high 28 points and only needed to play 32 minutes. Over the past two weeks, he has been a fifth-round player in eight-cat formats, an improvement on his season-long value. With Jalen Brunson (ankle) likely out until the end of the month, Bridges is one Knicks player who will need to be consistently productive.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
8 months ago
Mikal Bridges recorded 19 points (8-of-14 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, three assists and one three-pointer in 38 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Warriors.
After a stellar showing in Wednesday’s win over the Trail Blazers, Bridges was solid in San Francisco. While fantasy managers hoped his value would be boosted after Jalen Brunson’s ankle injury, Mikal’s numbers only improved slightly during the five-game road trip. An eighth-round player in nine-cat formats for the season, Bridges provided seventh-round value during the trip. Week 20 could be a good one, however, as the Knicks play four games against teams that will either be in the play-in tournament (Miami) or appear headed for the draft lottery (San Antonio, Charlotte and Washington).
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
8 months ago
Mikal Bridges accounted for 33 points (13-of-21 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), four rebounds, four assists, one steal, one block and two three-pointers in 41 minutes in Wednesday’s win over the Trail Blazers.
What a night for Bridges, who hit his first buzzer-beater as a Knick. His three-pointer over Donovan Clingan’s outstretched hand capped an efficient 33-point night for the Knicks wing, who turned some heads with his pregame comments about the workload the team’s starters have shouldered. Bridges said he felt fine after Wednesday’s overtime victory, which is to be expected, given the finish. The Knicks won’t play again until Saturday against the Warriors, so Mikal will have time to recover.
Source: NBA
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
8 months ago
Mikal Bridges logged 34 minutes in Monday’s win over the Kings, accounting for 15 points (6-of-10 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), three rebounds, eight assists and one three-pointer.
The Knicks recorded 34 assists on Monday, with three starters dishing out at least seven. Bridges was one of those three, matching his season-high with eight assists. While Jalen Brunson’s absence freed up additional opportunities on the offensive end of the floor, that isn’t only about the shot attempts. Bridges can also provide value as a playmaker, especially on nights when the Knicks are moving the ball as well as they did in Sacramento.
Mikal Bridges
NYK • Guard-Forward • #25
8 months ago
Mikal Bridges played 43 minutes in Friday’s loss to the Clippers, amassing 22 points (8-of-12 FGs, 6-of-6 FTs), four rebounds, five assists and one blocked shot.
After enduring a stretch in which he scored 15 points or fewer in four straight games, Bridges was more productive on Friday. However, an aggressive start to the second quarter was countered by periods in which he had little impact offensively. And with Jalen Brunson (ankle) out at least two weeks, the Knicks need a more consistent Bridges on the court. From a fantasy standpoint, he has been underwhelming this season. But the Brunson injury gives Bridges an opportunity to be more aggressive offensively and turn things around. The Knicks are off until Monday when they begin a three-game Week 19 in Sacramento.