Mikal Bridges shares how Kendrick Lamar's album helped him through struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 11:46 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Mikal Bridges, of the New York Knicks, reflected on his journey during an Instagram Live session. He discussed the impact of Kendrick Lamar's album 'Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers' on his mental health after the Phoenix Suns' playoff loss to the Dallas Mavericks in 2022. Bridges expressed how the album aided him during a tough time, mentioning his feelings of depression after that season. The Knicks, who recently celebrated their first championship in over five decades, continue to support Bridges, who has become a fan favorite since his trade from the Brooklyn Nets in 2024.
- •Bridges celebrated the Knicks' NBA title win.
- •He opened up about feeling depressed after the Suns' 2022 playoff exit.
- •The 'Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers' album helped him through tough times.
- •Bridges has a strong fan base after the Knicks' recent success.
- 11:46 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks Star Mikal Bridges Says He Will ‘Never Forget’ This Kendrick Lamar Album for Getting Him Through a Tough Time
"The NBA champion gave fans a rare glimpse of his personality on Instagram Live and he didn't disappoint.
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