The New York Knicks have made a significant move by trading for Mikal Bridges from the Brooklyn Nets. In exchange, they are sending Bojan Bogdanovic along with several draft picks. Bridges, who was the 10th overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft, will now be playing alongside his former Villanova teammates Josh Hart, Jalen Brunson, and Donte DiVincenzo.
Bridges had an impressive season with the Nets, averaging 19.6 points, 4.5 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and a steal per game. His addition to the Knicks’ forward lineup, which already includes OG Anunoby, is expected to strengthen the team. Anunoby, who opted out of his contract, is likely to re-sign with the Knicks, giving them a formidable wing duo.
The Nets had acquired Bridges earlier this year as part of the trade that sent Kevin Durant to the Phoenix Suns. On the other hand, the Knicks had acquired Bogdanovic at the trade deadline last season. However, Bogdanovic’s postseason was cut short due to a foot injury that required surgery.
The Knicks had a successful season last year, finishing with a record of 50-32. They managed to win back-to-back playoff series for the first time in over two decades before being eliminated by the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Semifinals. The addition of Bridges to the team is expected to bolster their lineup and make them even more competitive in the upcoming season.
Overall, this trade is a significant one for both the Knicks and the Nets, and it will be interesting to see how Mikal Bridges performs with his new team. Stay tuned for more updates as the NBA offseason progresses.