Mikal Bridges is an American basketball player currently playing as a small forward for the New York Knicks. Known for his lockdown defense, Bridges is affectionately called “The Warden” by NBA fans. Bridges entered the NBA in 2018 after the Philadelphia 76ers drafted him 10th overall and sent him to the Phoenix Suns on the same day. Prior to the NBA, Bridges played college ball for the Villanova Wildcats, where he became an absolute legend.
In his three-year stint at Villanova, Bridges developed into a two-way force, as he alongside Jalen Brunson led the Wildcats to two NCAA championships in 2016 and 2018. In the NBA, 6 feet 6 inches Mikal Bridges made his mark as a lethal defender who can guard anyone on the perimeter. In the 2021-2022 season, he was a runner-up for Defensive Player of the Year and made the All-NBA First Defensive Team. Even on offense, Bridges demonstrated steady growth over his first five years in the league, increasing his points per game from 8 ppg in his rookie year to 17 ppg in his fifth season.
In the last two seasons, Bridges has been part of two back-to-back trades. First, in February 2023, Bridges was a key piece involved in a blockbuster ‘Kevin Durant trade’ that sent Bridges to the Brooklyn Nets. At Brooklyn, Bridges was seen as the future of Brooklyn's offense, not just a defensive player. However, the Nets stint was short-lived, as Bridges was again traded; this time to the New York Knicks in July 2024.
Mikal Bridges Contract Breakdown
| Year | Base Salary | Signing Bonus | Cap Hit | Dead Cap | Yearly Cash |
| 2023-24 | $21,000,000 | - | $21,000,000 | - | $21,000,000 |
| 2023-24 | $21,700,000 | - | $21,700,000 | - | $21,700,000 |
| 2024-25 | $23,300,000 | $23,300,000 | $23,300,000 | ||
| 2025-26 | $24,900,000 | $24,900,000 | $24,900,000 |
How much is Mikal Bridges getting paid?
Mikal Bridges current contract is worth $90,900,000 and will run through the 2025/26 season. In the 2024-25 NBA season, Bridges will earn $23,300,000.
How much does Mikal Bridges make in a minute?
As per his contract, Bridges will receive an annual salary of $21,700,000. One year is known to have 525,600 minutes. If his total salary is divided by the number of minutes available in a year, then Mikal Bridges makes around $41.29 in a minute.
Mikal Bridges Career Earnings
In his exciting NBA career so far, Mikal Bridges has earned just above $60 million in total by the end of the 2023-24 season.
What are the terms of Mikal Bridges’ Contract?
Mikal Bridges’ current contract does not have any terms in it. The contract concludes at the end of the 2025-26 season, and Bridges becomes a free agent in the 2026 offseason.
How much of Mikal Bridges' contract is guaranteed?
Mikal Bridges' entire four-year contract is guaranteed. This means he will earn $90,900,000 guaranteed by the end of the 2025-26 NBA season.
Mikal Bridges Contract History
July 3, 2018
Mikal Bridges signed a 4 year $17.63 million rookie scale contract with the Phoenix Suns.
October 17, 2021
Mikal Bridges agreed to a 4 year $90.9 million rookie contract extension with the Phoenix Suns.
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FAQs
A. Mikal Bridges is 28 years old as of October 2024. He was born on August 30, 1996.
A. According to various online sources, the net worth of Mikal Bridges is estimated at around $20 million as of 2024.
A. Mikal Bridges has a four-year, $90,900,000 contract with the New York Knicks. This contract will expire in 2026.
A. Mikal Bridges played for Villanova University. He played 3 seasons with the Villanova Wildcats and won 2 NCAA titles in 2016 and 2018.
A. Mikal Bridges is 6 feet 6 inches or 1.98 m tall.
