Mikal Bridges praises Becky Hammon for boosting Jalen Brunson's confidence
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 1:23 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Mikal Bridges celebrated Becky Hammon on Instagram for her comments about Jalen Brunson, which resurfaced following the New York Knicks' championship victory over the San Antonio Spurs. Despite Hammon's assertion in 2023 that Brunson was 'too small' to lead a title-winning team, he emerged as the Finals MVP, helping end the Knicks' 53-year title drought. Bridges emphasized that Hammon's words fueled Brunson's motivation throughout the playoffs. He also highlighted his own contributions during the Finals, where he averaged 13.8 points and delivered strong defensive performances. As the Knicks prepare to defend their championship, offseason roster moves remain uncertain.
- •Mikal Bridges praised Becky Hammon for motivating Jalen Brunson.
- •The Knicks won the championship against the Spurs in five games.
- •Brunson earned Finals MVP honors, averaging 13.8 points.
- •Bridges contributed significantly to the team's success in the Finals.
- •Future roster moves for the Knicks are yet to be determined.
- 1:23 AMYahoo Sports — Mikal Bridges shouts out Becky Hammon for fueling Jalen Brunson
"Becky Hammon’s comments about Jalen Brunson from 2023 resurfaced on social media. It happened after the New York Knicks superstar led the team to the NBA championship, defeating the San Antonio Spurs in five games. Mikal Bridges gave the Las…
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