The New York Knicks and star forward Mikal Bridges have agreed to a four-year, $150 million contract extension, according to ESPN. The deal includes a player option for the 2029-30 season and a trade kicker, giving Bridges added flexibility and long-term security as he enters his prime years.
Bridges, 28, joined the Knicks last offseason in a blockbuster trade from the Brooklyn Nets, reuniting him with several former Villanova teammates — Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart — already on New York’s roster. Known for his elite perimeter defense and versatile offensive skillset, Bridges averaged 17.6 points, 3.2 rebounds and 2.7 assists last season with the Knicks, starting all 82 regular season games and 18 postseason games as New York made a run to the Eastern Conference finals but ultimately fell in six games to the Indiana Pacers.
The extension comes slightly below Bridges’ maximum eligible amount of $156 million, according to ESPN, reflecting his willingness to take a modest discount to give the Knicks financial flexibility as well. This move is likely designed to help New York continue building its roster and add key pieces to strengthen its bid as championship contenders.
Bridges was a key contributor to the Knicks’ recent success, helping the team reach the Eastern Conference finals for the first time since the 1999-2000 campaign. Despite the deep postseason run, the Knicks fired coach Tom Thibodeau after the season and replaced him with Mike Brown.
In addition to resigning Bridges and bringing in Brown, the Knicks signed guard Jordan Clarkson and forward Guerschon Yabusele this offseason.
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