New York Knicks guard Mikal Bridges was benched during the team's game against the Brooklyn Nets at Madison Square Garden on November 2, 2026, creating uncertainty about the team's rotation moving forward.
The benching of Bridges, who wears number 25, occurred during the second quarter of the matchup against the Nets. The decision by the coaching staff has sparked discussion about potential adjustments to the Knicks' lineup and playing time distribution.
No official explanation for the benching was provided in the immediate aftermath of the game. The situation leaves the Knicks' rotation in flux as the team continues its season.
