Mikal Bridges' performance in Game 2 of the 2026 NBA Finals was a crucial factor in the Knicks' win. He scored 20 points, grabbed six rebounds, and dished out six assists, while also playing a key role in the team's defensive efforts. Bridges' ability to make big plays and contribute on both ends of the floor was a major factor in the Knicks' success. "Mikal during a stretch of the ballgame was huge for us on both ends of the floor," coach Mike Brown said. "You're not stopping a guy like De'Aaron Fox. You've just got to try to make him work. We put Mikal on Fox in the second half a little bit and made him work. "But what he did for us offensively when we were struggling, and then when we took Jalen out was huge. He made big play after big play after big play." Bridges' calm and confident play was a key factor in the Knicks' win, and he will look to continue his strong play as the series moves forward.