Embattled Mikal Bridges’ chance at Knicks redemption could be on the horizon
Mikal Bridges faces scrutiny as the New York Knicks consider lineup changes during their 2026 NBA playoff series against the Atlanta Hawks, with coach Mike Brown defending his decision-making amid speculation about benching the guard. Despite discussions of replacing Bridges with Miles McBride due to performance, Brown emphasized ownership of the final call. The move sparked internal debate and potential front office implications. Bridges now has an opportunity to regain his standing as the series progresses.
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New York Knicks Stefan Bondy Embattled Mikal Bridges’ chance at Knicks redemption could be on the horizon By Stefan Bondy Published April 28, 2026, 6:34 p.m. ET Knicks guard Mikal Bridges (25) shoots past Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (1) during the first half in Game 2 of a first-round NBA playoffs basketball series, Monday, April 20, 2026. AP After Mike Brown settled on his starting lineup for Saturday’s Game 4 — but before he was ready to announce it publicly — the coach made sure the media understood this: “At the end of the day, whatever decision is made is my decision,” he said. That was a curious comment from Coach Collaboration, who often goes out of his way to credit others for his play calling, his substitutions, his defensive alignments, his roster, etc.
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