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New York Daily News

2 weeks ago

Mikal Bridges expects to be back with Nets next season: 'I got nowhere else to be.'

Mikal Bridges leads the team in playing time and has a significant scoring decline post All-Star break.

Despite the tough season for the Nets, Bridges is still highly valued by other teams in the league. [ more ]

Newsday

2 weeks ago

Mikal Bridges wants to be a part of Nets' future

Mikal Bridges intends to stay with the Nets franchise despite upcoming questions this summer.

Interim head coach Kevin Ollie plans to continue integrating young players while allowing veterans like Bridges to maintain their roles. [ more ]

Newsday

Nets' Mikal Bridges pushing through difficult season

Mikal Bridges embraced a leadership role and offensive focal point for the Nets this season.

Despite challenges, Bridges remains committed to the team, aiming for improvement despite the looming possibility of missing the playoffs. [ more ]

New York Post

Mikal Bridges plays in 500th consecutive game in Nets' loss

Mikal Bridges reached 500 consecutive games, longest active streak in NBA.

Despite the milestone, concerns about Bridges' fatigue and performance have arisen. [ more ]

New York Daily News

Nets offensive struggles leads to loss vs. Zion Williamson, Pelicans

Mikal Bridges showed early promise but struggled later on.

Nets faced offensive challenges and defensive lapses against the Pelicans. [ more ]

New York Post

Nets need to end struggles in back-to-back games

The Nets struggle on the second night of back-to-back games.

Mikal Bridges is facing challenges with short rest and shooting performance. [ more ]

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New York Post

Education

Brooklyn Nets star Mikal Bridges teaches NYC public school students for a day, fulfilling lifelong dream

Mikal Bridges fulfilled his dream of being a teacher for a day at a Brooklyn public school, inspired by his second-grade teacher. [ more ]

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New York Post

Nets' Cam Thomas may not play vs. Wizards due to 'back spasms'

Cam Thomas questionable for the Nets' game due to back spasms.

Mikal Bridges played through injury concerns in the previous game. [ more ]

New York Post

Mikal Bridges' much-needed Nets breakout sparked by Cam Thomas' return

Mikal Bridges showed signs of breaking out of a funk with a strong performance alongside Cam Thomas.

Interim coach emphasized the importance of Bridges maintaining high energy and defensive prowess despite shooting performance. [ more ]

Newsday

Nets' Cam Thomas (ankle), Ben Simmons (maintenance) sit vs. Magic

Ben Simmons and Cam Thomas were sidelined due to injuries during recent NBA games.

Mikal Bridges achieved an impressive iron man streak by playing 450 consecutive games to start his career. [ more ]

New York Post

Mikal Bridges, Cam Thomas discovering chemistry in Nets' lineup

Mikal Bridges and Cam Thomas have been finding their groove together in terms of scoring points for the Brooklyn Nets.

Since Thomas joined the starting lineup, both players have been able to increase their scoring averages significantly. [ more ]

New York Post

Cam Thomas, Mikal Bridges propel Nets past undermanned 76ers

The Nets ended their nine-game losing streak against the 76ers with a 136-121 win.

Philadelphia was missing several key starters, including Joel Embiid. [ more ]

New York Post

Nets looking for opportunity to reset and reassess

The Nets have been playing poorly since mid-December and are struggling to find answers.

Cam Thomas and Lonnie Walker IV came off the bench and helped get the Nets back in the game against Cleveland. [ more ]

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Watch: Nets' Mikal Bridges drains full-court shot to beat halftime buzzer vs. Knicks

Mikal Bridges made a remarkable three-point shot spanning Brooklyn and Manhattan.

The Brooklyn Nets are struggling to secure a spot in the Eastern Conference's top 10. [ more ]

New York Daily News

Nets Notebook: Iron Man Mikal Bridges plays in 500th consecutive game against Pelicans

Mikal Bridges reached his 500th consecutive game milestone, aiming to surpass Derek Fisher and possibly John Stockton.

Bridges' dedication extends beyond games, with an impressive college career and commitment to practices and workouts. [ more ]

New York Daily News

Mikal Bridges and Cam Thomas shine as Nets pull away from short-handed Cavs

Mikal Bridges ranks third in NBA total minutes.

Bridges bounced back with 25 points, helping Brooklyn snap a losing streak. [ more ]

New York Post

Mikal Bridges slumping as he takes on 'Superman' responsibilities amid Nets injuries

Mikal Bridges faces pressure and increased responsibility without key players.

Interim head coach acknowledges Bridges' fatigue and need for support. [ more ]

Newsday

Nets pull away in second half to defeat Hawks again at Barclays Center

The Nets won 114-102 against the Hawks

Mikal Bridges and Cam Johnson led the charge for the Nets [ more ]

New York Daily News

Nets' Mikal Bridges is stuck in Brooklyn whether he likes it or not - and he's stretched thin

Mikal Bridges' career has been marked by success, including winning national championships in college and making a deep playoff run with the Suns.

Despite the Brooklyn Nets' disappointing season, Bridges has been a consistent performer and leader for the team. [ more ]

Nets Wire

Brooklyn Nets vs. New York Knicks odds, tips and betting trends | March 23

The Brooklyn Nets are underdogs against the New York Knicks with a +7.5 point spread.

Mikal Bridges led the Nets in scoring with 24 points in their previous game against the Bucks. [ more ]

Daily Knicks

Nets fans turning on Mikal Bridges is comedy gold for Knicks fan base

Nets fans criticize Mikal Bridges for honesty about low-energy arena vibe.

Josh Hart and Mikal Bridges discuss Knicks dominance in NYC on podcast. [ more ]

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Scenes from Batman Brunson and Julius Robin overcoming a brilliant Bridges' performance

Mikal Bridges had a career-high game, scoring 36 points and making seven three-pointers.

New York Knicks came from behind in the final quarter to win 108-103 against the Brooklyn Nets. [ more ]

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'Call Me!' Hart Recruits Bridges, Knicks Fans' Invade Brooklyn

Josh Hart expressed interest in recruiting Mikal Bridges to the New York Knicks.

Hart previously recruited another former Villanova champion, Donte DiVincenzo. [ more ]

Bleacher Report

Mikal Bridges: 'Let's Go Knicks' Chants at Nets' Arena Feel Like 'an Away Game'

Mikal Bridges expresses frustration with Knicks fans at Barclays Center

Bridges describes the experience as feeling like an 'away game' at home [ more ]

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New York Post

Nets' Mikal Bridges found old self in shooting surge against Hawks

Mikal Bridges broke out of a shooting slump with 38 points in a win against the Hawks.

The Hawks' defense strategies inadvertently helped the Nets' secondary scorers. [ more ]

New York Post

Nets get back to relevance with another impressive win over Hawks

The Nets are back in contention for the play-in tournament.

Mikal Bridges led the Nets to a crucial win with an impressive performance. [ more ]

Brooklyn Eagle

Bridges' rough night sinks Nets in Orlando

Brooklyn's leading scorer struggled in a blowout loss.

Nets faced defensive and offensive struggles in the game. [ more ]

Raptors Republic

Gameday: Nets vs Raptors, February 22

The Raptors and Nets will play three times in the final two months, with the Nets showing potential building blocks in Mikal Bridges and Cam Thomas.

Scottie Barnes leads the Raptors post-All-Star break, aiming to gain valuable experience alongside Immanuel Quickley and RJ Barrett. [ more ]

New York Daily News

Nets Notebook: Mikal Bridges clears the air, Brooklyn adds Jaylen Martin on two-way deal

Mikal Bridges addressed concerns from Nets fans about his comments on Roommates Show Podcast.

Bridges emphasized accountability for the team's struggles and encouraged fan support. [ more ]

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Mikal Bridges remains committed to the Brooklyn Nets

Brooklyn Nets struggling post-superstar trade

Mikal Bridges as leading player for Nets [ more ]

New York Post

Nets interim coach Kevin Ollie's audition task: 'Push for a playoff run'

Kevin Ollie has 28 games to audition for the permanent head coach position.

Mikal Bridges expresses confidence in the team's ability to turn things around. [ more ]

Newsday

Nets' timetable for success hazy following trade deadline moves

The Nets shed cap space by trading older players and focused on building around Mikal Bridges.

They didn't address the need for another talented offensive player and didn't make significant improvements to the team. [ more ]

New York Post

Nets left with host of questions after half-measure approach to deadline

The Nets made a half-measure move at the trade deadline by swapping players and acquiring draft picks.

They still have a shot at making the playoffs and want to compete for the rest of the season. [ more ]

Newsday

Nets players try to ignore tension caused by NBA trade deadline

Royce O'Neale has been mentioned as one of the likely Nets players to be traded before the NBA trade deadline.

The Nets are in need of another wing playmaker to take the scoring burden off Mikal Bridges. [ more ]

Bleacher Report

Mikal Bridges Trade Rumors: Pelicans 'Known' to Have Made 'Serious Offer' to Nets

The New Orleans Pelicans have made a serious offer for Brooklyn Nets forward Mikal Bridges, but the offer was rebuffed.

The Brooklyn Nets have received multiple offers for Bridges, including one from the Houston Rockets, but they have zero interest in trading him. [ more ]

New York Post

The speculation surrounding Nets as NBA trade deadline nears

The Brooklyn Nets are open to both buying and selling players in the lead-up to the NBA trade deadline.

Mikal Bridges and Nic Claxton are two players generating interest, but the Nets have no intention of trading Bridges. [ more ]

New York Post

Nets players try to ignore NBA trade deadline talk: 'Unspoken' thing

The Nets have one week and three games to make a case for the front office to take action or not at the trade deadline.

There is an unspoken agreement in the locker room to not discuss trade rumors, and the team is focused on enjoying the moment and playing well together. [ more ]

New York Daily News

Nets rumor roundup: Trade chatter surrounding Brooklyn as NBA's trade deadline approaches

The Houston Rockets expressed interest in trading for Nets forward Mikal Bridges, but the Nets rejected the offer

Nic Claxton is expected to remain with the Nets past the trade deadline and sign a long-term deal this summer [ more ]

Bleacher Report

Nets Rumors: Mikal Bridges Eyed by Rockets, BK 'Declined to Entertain' Trade Talks

The Brooklyn Nets have shown no interest in trading star forward Mikal Bridges despite interest from the Houston Rockets.

The Rockets were willing to offer draft picks in a potential trade for Bridges. [ more ]

New York Daily News

Mikal Bridges scores game-high 36 points but Knicks roar back in 4th quarter to top Nets

Mikal Bridges had a standout performance with 36 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists.

The Knicks secured their fourth straight win and extended their winning streak against the Nets to four games. [ more ]

New York Daily News

Mikal Bridges says 'he's playing' vs. Lakers despite suffering right shin contusion

Mikal Bridges expects to play despite shin contusion

Rookie Dariq Whitehead faces setback with shin injury [ more ]

New York Post

Nets' strong defense craters in second half during overtime loss to Heat

The Brooklyn Nets lost in overtime to the Miami Heat despite their best defensive performance of the year.

Mikal Bridges had a team-high 26 points for the Nets, but his last-second shot in overtime fell short. [ more ]

BKReader

Nets Lose in OT Heartbreaker to the Heat

Poor shooting plagued the Brooklyn Nets in their loss against the Miami Heat.

Mikal Bridges led the Nets with impressive stats but struggled with his three-point shooting. [ more ]

New York Post

Nets get last laugh with impressive win over Kevin Durant, Suns

Mikal Bridges and Cam Johnson shine against their former team, the Suns.

The Nets defeat the Suns, with Kevin Durant playing a big role. [ more ]

New York Daily News

Mikal Bridges, Cam Johnson lead Nets past Kevin Durant, Suns in first matchup after big trade

Mikal Bridges and Cam Johnson played against the team they were traded for, Kevin Durant.

The Nets won the game, spoiling the debut of Durant, Booker, and Beal as the Big 3. [ more ]

New York Daily News

Mikal Bridges, Cam Johnson set to return to Phoenix for first time since last season's trade

Mikal Bridges and Cam Johnson are returning to Phoenix for the first time since being traded to the Nets for Kevin Durant.

Bridges and Johnson were integral parts of the Suns' success, including their run to the NBA Finals in 2020-21. [ more ]

New York Post

Nets' tilt with Suns more than a Kevin Durant reunion

Kevin Durant, Mikal Bridges, and Cam Johnson will return to Phoenix for the first time since the megatrade

The trade shifted the balance of power in the NBA and changed the futures of the Suns and Nets [ more ]

New York Post

Nets need consistent defense to be new season storyline after impressive performance

Mikal Bridges' scoring exploits were the highlight of the game

The Nets need to improve defensively [ more ]

Brooklyn Eagle

Bridges has 'Magic' touch vs. Orlando

Mikal Bridges led the Nets to a 129-101 win against the Orlando Magic, scoring 42 points with 26 in the first quarter.

Brooklyn rebounded from a loss against Charlotte with a dominant performance. [ more ]

BKReader

Mikal Bridges' 26 First-Quarter Points Propel Brooklyn Past The Surging Orlando Magic

Brooklyn Nets dominated the Orlando Magic in a double-digit win, led by Mikal Bridges' 26 points in the first quarter.

Bridges finished with 42 points on 12-20 shooting from the field and 15-18 from the free throw line. [ more ]

New York Post

Mikal Bridges scores 42 points to propel Nets past red-hot Magic

Mikal Bridges led the Nets to a 129-101 victory over the Magic, scoring 42 points.

The Nets played without Lonnie Walker IV and Dorian Finney-Smith, but Dennis Smith Jr. had a strong game off the bench. [ more ]

New York Daily News

Mikal Bridges' 26-point first quarter leads Nets to blowout win over Orlando Magic

Mikal Bridges has a dominant performance, scoring 42 points against the Orlando Magic.

Dennis Smith Jr. makes a strong impact in his return, scoring 10 points in the fourth quarter. [ more ]

New York Daily News

Will Dorian Finney-Smith's career-best shooting season earn him new contract with Nets?

Dorian Finney-Smith struggled with his 3-point shooting in his first season with the Nets after being traded for Kyrie Irving.

Finney-Smith significantly improved his 3-point shooting in the playoffs, shooting 39.1% in a four-game sweep against the Nets. [ more ]

BKReader

Nets Win NBA Cup Group Play Game, But Fail to Advance to Knockout Round

The Brooklyn Nets won their game against the Toronto Raptors but were eliminated from the NBA In-Season Tournament due to point differential.

Nets forward Mikal Bridges had a double-double with 22 points and 10 rebounds.

Brooklyn has been struggling with slow starts in their recent games. [ more ]

New York Daily News

5 months ago

Trae Young and Mikal Bridges' epic overtime battle ends with Hawks' 147-145 win over Nets

Trae Young's stepback jumper over Nets center Nic Claxton proved to be the game-winner in the Hawks' victory.

Young had a 43-point explosion, including the biggest basket of the game that put the Hawks up 144-143.

Mikal Bridges tied his career-high with 45 points, including 11 points in overtime. [ more ]

New York Daily News

5 months ago

Nets' Mikal Bridges on having his number retired at Villanova: 'I'm just so grateful'

Villanova retired Mikal Bridges' No. 25 jersey in recognition of his accomplishments at the school.

Bridges expressed gratitude for the honor and credited his coaches, teachers, family, and friends for shaping him.

Bridges' former Villanova teammates Josh Hart, Jalen Brunson, and Ryan Arcidiacono also had their numbers retired. [ more ]

New York Post

5 months ago

Nets' Mikal Bridges has jersey retired by Villanova: 'real special'

Mikal Bridges had his jersey retired by Villanova.

Bridges credits Villanova for his success in the NBA. [ more ]

New York Daily News

8 months ago

Mikal Bridges, Cam Johnson, Jalen Brunson shine in Team USA blowout win over Puerto Rico

Mikal Bridges and Cam Johnson are expected to be important players for Team USA in the FIBA World Cup.

In an exhibition game, Bridges and Johnson performed well, combining for 29 points on 13-of-19 shooting. [ more ]

New York Daily News

8 months ago

Steve Kerr says Nets' Mikal Bridges and Cam Johnson are 'huge components' to Team USA

Nets players Mikal Bridges and Cam Johnson will play a crucial role for Team USA in the FIBA World Cup.

Coach Steve Kerr praised their maturity, shooting ability, and versatility as modern-day basketball players. [ more ]

New York Daily News

9 months ago