Mikal Bridges’ Knicks resurgence looks like more than a fluke after Game 1
Mikal Bridges delivered a strong performance in the Knicks' 137-98 Game 1 victory over the 76ers, showcasing improved offense and defense after a quiet regular season. He scored 17 points on efficient shooting, dished out five assists, and effectively contained 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey. His resurgence appears to be more than a fluke, building on a breakout Game 6 performance against the Hawks.
- ▪Mikal Bridges had 17 points on 7-for-10 shooting, five assists, and a plus-19 rating in 27 minutes during Game 1.
- ▪He played a key role in limiting Tyrese Maxey to 13 points on 3-for-9 shooting and four turnovers.
- ▪Bridges struggled early in the playoffs but broke out with 24 points in Game 6 against the Hawks.
- ▪Coach Mike Brown praised Bridges for being aggressive and imposing his will on the game.
- ▪Maxey averaged 26.9 points in the first round but was largely contained in the series opener against the Knicks.
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NBA New York Knicks Mikal Bridges’ Knicks resurgence looks like more than a fluke after Game 1 By Zach Braziller Published May 5, 2026, 12:05 a.m. ET Was it a one-game anomaly? See Also New York Knicks Knicks’ Game 1 report card: This was vintage Jalen Brunson Or the start of a turnaround? Based on Monday night, it could be the latter. Bridges was at his best in the opening-round, series-clinching rout of the Hawks, the kind of performance the Knicks would like to see more from the two-way wing, and he built on it in the opener of the Eastern Conference semifinals. Bridges attacked, was decisive and was typically strong on the defensive end, helping the Knicks to another blowout victory, a 137-98 mauling of the 76ers in Game 1 of this best-of-seven series.
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