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Mikal Bridges Powers Knicks to 109-93 Game 2 Win

A sustained hot streak that has steadied New York’s lineup leaves the team two wins from the NBA Finals.

May 21, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Mikal Bridges (25) and guard Miles McBride (2) talk during the second quarter of game two of the eastern conference finals of the 2026 NBA playoffs against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
An image collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows New York Knicks guard Mikal Bridges (25) shoots the ball in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals, Image 2 shows New York Knicks guard Mikal Bridges #25 makes a pass as Cleveland Cavaliers guard Max Strus #2 gives chase in the 2nd quarter

Overview

  • The Knicks beat the Cavaliers 109-93 in Game 2 at Madison Square Garden to extend their winning streak to nine games and move two wins from the NBA Finals.
  • Mikal Bridges scored 19 points on 9-of-12 shooting with three rebounds, three assists, one steal and no turnovers in Game 2 while staying aggressive on both ends.
  • Bridges has produced a run of strong outings after an earlier slump, averaging roughly 18.7 points and shooting at very high percentages across his recent stretch.
  • Defensively, Bridges repeatedly bothered James Harden in the series, limiting Harden’s effectiveness and hitting key 3-pointers during the Knicks’ comeback in Game 1.
  • The string of performances has reopened debate over Bridges’ cost to the franchise given his $150 million extension and the five first-round picks New York traded to acquire him while also boosting the Knicks’ championship momentum.