Mikal Bridges helped lead the New York Knicks to a big win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday. He recorded 6 assists, surpassing his projection by 3 and leading both his team and the game in assists. Bridges also led in blocks during his 37 minutes on the court. The Knicks won with a score of 140-106.
What It Means
Bridges’ performance against the Bucks marked a standout game for him, as he exceeded expectations with his assist numbers. This season, he is averaging 3.1 assists per game, placing him third on his team and ninth at his position. In terms of scoring, Bridges averages 17.9 points per game, ranking fifth among small forwards in the league. He has been consistent with four streaks of scoring at least ten points this season. Additionally, Bridges has finished in the top five for assists at his position in nearly half of his games this year.
