Overview
- Mikal Bridges drew public support from Josh Hart, who called the criticism of the wing unfair and said Bridges is doing what the team asks.
- Bridges’ scoring has dipped since the All-Star break to about 10.4 points per game on 40.6% shooting with 31.3% from three.
- Over the eight games before the win against Washington, his average fell to roughly 7.3 points with 33% shooting and 25% from deep.
- Coach Mike Brown said he expects a turnaround, noting he cut Bridges’ minutes during the slump but trusts his work and track record.
- With Landry Shamet out with a sore right knee, Bridges logged 30 minutes against the Wizards and scored 14 points on 6-of-11 shooting.