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Knicks Secure Mikal Bridges with $150M Extension

8/1/2025

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Knicks Secure Bridges

The New York Knicks have locked in forward Mikal Bridges with a lucrative four-year, $150 million extension, complete with a trade kicker and a player option for the 2029-30 season. At just 28, Bridges showcased his talent last season, averaging 17.6 points, 3.7 assists, and 3.2 rebounds, solidifying his role as a cornerstone for the team's future.

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Knicks Secure Bridges

The New York Knicks have locked in forward Mikal Bridges with a lucrative four-year, $150 million extension, complete with a trade kicker and a player option for the 2029-30 season. At just 28, Bridges showcased his talent last season, averaging 17.6 points, 3.7 assists, and 3.2 rebounds, solidifying his role as a cornerstone for the team's future.

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