The Iron Man of the NBA: Mikal Bridges Shatters Streak Milestone
Mikal Bridges is making waves in the NBA this season with his unique blend of durability and tenacity. After joining the New York Knicks this summer, Bridges has cemented himself as the league’s ultimate Iron Man, reaching an insane milestone of 500 consecutive games played. That’s right, not a single missed game since he hit the hardwood in 2018!
Load Management? Not for Bridges!
If you’re looking for an athlete who embodies the spirit of “showing up,” look no further than Mikal Bridges. With a perfect attendance record spanning back to his rookie season, the Knicks’ forward put the league on notice by hitting the 500-game mark in last night’s victory against the Orlando Magic.
“He played 500 games in a row? No way, we need a drug test!” joked his teammate Karl-Anthony Towns. “Everyone talks about offensive and defensive talent, but the most crucial thing you can bring to the table is your availability. It’s a monumental achievement, hats off to him.”
Breaking the Trend
In an era where load management is the norm and players frequently take nights off to rest, Mikal Bridges stands out as a beacon of reliability. Injuries? Minor bumps and bruises? They’re no match for Bridges’ determination to be on the court. Rest days are reserved for someone else; he’s all about the game!
Last season, while making the transition from Brooklyn to Phoenix, Bridges astonishingly managed to play… 83 games (yes, that’s right, not a typo!). It’s worth noting that the last time he sat out a game was back in high school. He also made it through all 116 games during his college career at Villanova, paving his way to the NBA.
Chasing Greatness
Though Mikal Bridges has a long way to go before sniffing the legendary A.C. Green’s record of 1,192 consecutive games played, his 500-game feat is nothing short of remarkable. Here’s to more games, more grit, and a relentless spirit!
Source: New York Post
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