Mikal Bridges leads Knicks to NBA Finals after strong performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 1:25 AM
Last updated May 31, 2026
Mikal Bridges has emerged as a key player for the Knicks during their current playoff run. He played a significant role in New York's 11-game win streak, which has propelled the team to its first NBA Finals appearance in 27 years. Bridges' performance has been particularly notable since a difficult outing against the Hawks in Game 3. The Knicks now look to build on this momentum as they prepare for the Finals.
- •Bridges has transformed since Game 3 against the Hawks.
- •The Knicks are in the NBA Finals for the first time in 27 years.
- •New York is on an 11-game win streak.
- 1:25 AMYahoo Sports — Knicks' Mikal Bridges has proven himself worth every pick sent to Nets, and more
"Since his woeful Game 3 against the Hawks, Mikal Bridges has been a completely different player, one that’s been instrumental to the Knicks' 11-game win streak and first NBA Finals berth in 27 years.
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