The focus on Mikal Bridges' defense against Cade Cunningham masks an essential aspect of his game: his offensive impact. Acquired by the Knicks to alleviate Jalen Brunson's scoring burden, Bridges has had a sporadic shooting season, particularly struggling with his three-point accuracy. However, despite lower free throw attempts, Bridges excels in midrange shooting, emphasizing the need for a versatile scoring approach in the playoffs. His perspective underlines the difficulties of traditional rim and three-point attacks in playoff conditions, advocating for a diverse scoring strategy that can adapt to defensive setups.
"It's tougher to get to the rim, it's tougher to get 3s off, and it's just like so much of the court left."
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