Mikal Bridges' Familiar Slump Tests Knicks This Season

New York Knicks guard Mikal Bridges is experiencing a scoring slump that has become a familiar pattern for fans. Bridges extended his NBA games-played streak to 641 on Sunday night against the Magic, underscoring his consistent availability. However, his offensive struggles, particularly when he goes cold, have reached extremes that set him apart.

This recurring slump has led to stretches where Bridges' scoring output diminishes significantly, prompting observers to check box scores to confirm his participation. While his streak of consecutive games played highlights his durability, his offensive performance during these cold spells is a point of concern for the team.

When Bridges enters these offensive funks, his impact on the game can seem to disappear to an unusual degree. The New York Post noted that this pattern has become a recurring theme year after year, leading to a sense of déjà vu among Knicks supporters. Despite these scoring droughts, Bridges has played well in many of his 166 games as a Knick prior to the weekend's matchup, but the severity of his cold streaks remains a notable aspect of his game.