Overview

• Mikal Bridges extended his NBA consecutive games streak to 556 by playing six seconds before committing a foul and leaving the game.
• The New York Knicks prioritized player health and playoff readiness by resting most of their key starters, including Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns.
• Landry Shamet replaced Bridges early in the game and scored a season-high 29 points, leading the Knicks to their 10th consecutive win over the Brooklyn Nets.
• Coach Tom Thibodeau defended the decision to rest players and allow Bridges' brief appearance, citing strategic considerations and medical input.
• The Knicks concluded the regular season with a 51-31 record and will face the Detroit Pistons in the first round of the playoffs next weekend.