Karl-Anthony Towns defends Mikal Bridges ahead of NBA Finals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 4:19 AM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
Karl-Anthony Towns provided support for Mikal Bridges ahead of the NBA Finals, acknowledging the criticism Bridges has faced over his past performances. Towns emphasized the importance of a team effort as the New York Knicks prepare to face the San Antonio Spurs, led by Victor Wembanyama. Bridges has shown recent improvement, and his contributions are considered vital for the Knicks' chances in the series. With pressure from a significant trade, Bridges aims to make a meaningful impact in the upcoming games.
- •Towns praises Bridges before the NBA Finals start.
- •Bridges has faced criticism for inconsistent play over two seasons.
- •Knicks are set to compete against the Spurs in the Finals.
- •Bridges recently improved his performance, increasing hopes for the series.
- •Towns emphasizes team contribution will be crucial against the Spurs.
- 4:19 AMYahoo Sports — Karl-Anthony Towns gets honest about the criticism Mikal Bridges faces
"Mikal Bridges has been an oft-criticized player in the past two seasons, but it seems Karl-Anthony Towns is hitting back against the critics.
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