Bridges stepped up at the crucial moment and turned the tide of the game.

June 6th - According to NBA reports, in Game 2 of the NBA Finals, Bridges delivered his most complete performance since joining the Knicks. He played 40 minutes and 53 seconds, contributing 20 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists, helping his team narrowly defeat the San Antonio Spurs 105-104, taking a 2-0 lead in the series.

With Brunson struggling and Towns in foul trouble, Bridges became the team's most consistent anchor. He scored 9 points in the crucial third quarter and took on the main ball-handling duties when coming off the bench, helping the Knicks regain the lead.

" He was crucial when the offense stalled, " head coach Mike Brown said after the game . " He made a huge contribution, both in scoring and defending Fox. "

During that crucial rotation period, Bridges, along with Landry Shamet , Mitchell Robinson , and other substitutes, scored and forced the Spurs' offensive efficiency to drop through their defense, allowing the Knicks to enter the final quarter with a lead.

“ The key is to establish a solid defense first, and then you can launch transition offense, ” Bridges said after the game. “ The coach trusted me, and I just tried my best to make the right choices. ”

Teammate Josh Hart also praised him, saying, " He's the kind of player you wouldn't be surprised to see; he always makes a contribution in crucial moments. "

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