Mikal Bridges scores zero in Knicks' loss to Celtics, encouraged to keep shooting
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 2:58 AM
Last updated Oct 24, 2026

Mikal Bridges did not score in 22 minutes during the Knicks' loss to the Celtics on October 23. He shot 0 for 8, including 0 for 5 from three-point range. Knicks head coach Mike Brown stated that Bridges needs to keep shooting despite his struggles, emphasizing the importance of making open shots. Brown also noted that the team must improve its physicality, particularly against players like Jayson Tatum, who scored a game-high 36 points. The Knicks will look to secure their first victory of the season when they face the Magic on October 25.
- •Bridges scored zero points in 22 minutes against the Celtics.
- •Brown emphasized the need for Bridges to shoot more after poor performance.
- •The Knicks are 0-2 after two games this season.
- •Next game for the Knicks is against the Magic on October 25.
- •Jayson Tatum scored 36 points for the Celtics.
- 2:58 AMYahoo Sports — Knicks' Mike Brown encourages Mikal Bridges 'to keep shooting' after going scoreless in loss to Celtics
"After Mikal Bridges went scoreless in 22 minutes in Friday's loss to the Celtics, Knicks head coach Mike Brown encouraged his star to keep shooting.
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