Knicks Complete Mikal Bridges Trade, Gain Salary Cap Flexibility

New York finalizes a multi-player deal with Brooklyn, opening space for potential free agent signings.

Shake Milton and Mamadi Diakite are traded to the Nets as part of the deal.
The Knicks receive Mikal Bridges and Keita Bates-Diop, enhancing their roster depth.
New York remains $16.9 million under the NBA's second luxury tax cap.
The trade sets the stage for re-signing Precious Achiuwa and using the taxpayer mid-level exception.
First-round pick Pacome Dadiet signs with the Knicks, adding to their future potential.