Mikal Bridges, who experienced a crushing 2-0 NBA Finals lead that ultimately slipped away, has simple yet vital advice for the New York Knicks. The Knicks currently find themselves in a similar advantageous position, leading 2-0 heading into their home games, a feat only achieved by three other road teams in Finals history: the 1993 Chicago Bulls and the 1995 Houston Rockets.
However, Bridges understands from firsthand experience that this series is far from over. He knows how rapidly circumstances can shift in a championship round. His own journey with the Phoenix Suns in the 2021 NBA Finals, where they initially led the Milwaukee Bucks 2-0 before losing four straight games, serves as a stark reminder of this harsh reality. This personal history fuels his understanding of the pressure and the need for sustained focus. Bridges’ message to the Knicks is clear: do not become complacent and learn from the past, both his own and the historical precedents, to ensure they close out the series.
