Mikal Bridges led the New York Knicks in assists during their game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday. He recorded 5 assists, surpassing his projected total by 2, and played for 38 minutes, also exceeding expectations. Despite his efforts, the Knicks lost to the Timberwolves with a score of 116-99.
What It Means
Bridges’ performance marked a milestone as he reached 5 or more assists in a game. This season, he averages 3.1 assists per game, ranking third on his team and eighth at his position. His ability to contribute consistently is evident as he has finished in the top five for assists at his position in nearly 43% of games this year. Additionally, Bridges leads his team in three-point makes with an average of 2.4 per game.
