Sean Marks: Mikal Bridges didn't ask for trade
Many came from the trade of Bridges, who Marks insisted never asked to leave. “It’s been reported that Mikal wanted to leave or requested a trade. That could not be further from the truth,” Marks said. “That’s just not in Mikal’s character. That’s not who he is, and that definitely did not happen. He was told by me when I called him and let him know that we’re at the 2-yard line.” The Nets got the Bridges trade across the goal line.
Source: New York Post
Source: New York Post
What’s the buzz on Twitter?
Brian Lewis @NYPost_Lewis
Mikal Bridges didn’t demand trade before #Knicks deal: Sean Marks #nets #nba nypost.com/2024/07/08/spo… – 12:04 AM
Mikal Bridges didn’t demand trade before #Knicks deal: Sean Marks #nets #nba nypost.com/2024/07/08/spo… – 12:04 AM
Ian Begley @IanBegley
A few notes on the Knicks, Jazz, Walker Kessler, Precious Achiuwa, Mikal Bridges, the Nets and more here: pic.twitter.com/vnVoQcZ6HA – 10:04 PM
A few notes on the Knicks, Jazz, Walker Kessler, Precious Achiuwa, Mikal Bridges, the Nets and more here: pic.twitter.com/vnVoQcZ6HA – 10:04 PM
Erik Slater @erikslater_
Nets: Mikal Bridges defends himself amid reports he forced trade to Knicks
clutchpoints.com/former-net-mik… – 9:14 PM
Nets: Mikal Bridges defends himself amid reports he forced trade to Knicks
clutchpoints.com/former-net-mik… – 9:14 PM
Stefan Bondy @SBondyNYDN
MSG Network will broadcast live the Mikal Bridges press conference/introduction tomorrow at 11 am from the Knicks practice facility.
@McNuttMonica will have separate interview with Bridges that will air during the 6 p.m. version of the show. – 8:35 PM
MSG Network will broadcast live the Mikal Bridges press conference/introduction tomorrow at 11 am from the Knicks practice facility.
@McNuttMonica will have separate interview with Bridges that will air during the 6 p.m. version of the show. – 8:35 PM
Kristian Winfield @Krisplashed
Jalen Brunson, Julius Randle and Mikal Bridges will each become extension-eligible over the coming weeks and months.
Here’s what their extensions could look like, and what it means for a future Knicks payroll trending towards the second apron
nydailynews.com/2024/07/08/how… – 6:26 PM
Jalen Brunson, Julius Randle and Mikal Bridges will each become extension-eligible over the coming weeks and months.
Here’s what their extensions could look like, and what it means for a future Knicks payroll trending towards the second apron
nydailynews.com/2024/07/08/how… – 6:26 PM
CBS NBA @CBSSportsNBA
Nets GM Sean Marks says Mikal Bridges didn’t request trade, Knicks presented ‘by far’ the best offer
(By @outsidethenba)
cbssports.com/nba/news/nets-… – 4:22 PM
Nets GM Sean Marks says Mikal Bridges didn’t request trade, Knicks presented ‘by far’ the best offer
(By @outsidethenba)
cbssports.com/nba/news/nets-… – 4:22 PM
Brian Mahoney @briancmahoney
Trading Mikal Bridges to Knicks sends the Nets into a rebuild. Their GM doesn’t think it will be long one apnews.com/article/nets-b… – 1:25 PM
Trading Mikal Bridges to Knicks sends the Nets into a rebuild. Their GM doesn’t think it will be long one apnews.com/article/nets-b… – 1:25 PM
Stefan Bondy @SBondyNYDN
Mikal Bridges is speaking to the media tomorrow. First presser introduction of a new Knicks player since Kemba/Fournier. – 1:10 PM
Mikal Bridges is speaking to the media tomorrow. First presser introduction of a new Knicks player since Kemba/Fournier. – 1:10 PM
Steve Popper @StevePopper
With the deal official Mikal Bridges will speak with the local beat writers tomorrow. – 1:06 PM
With the deal official Mikal Bridges will speak with the local beat writers tomorrow. – 1:06 PM
Kristian Winfield @Krisplashed
New Knicks addition Mikal Bridges will talk to reporters tomorrow – 1:03 PM
New Knicks addition Mikal Bridges will talk to reporters tomorrow – 1:03 PM
Erik Slater @erikslater_
Sean Marks said Trendon Watford is a priority when asked about the Nets’ free agents from last season:
“The hope is that Trendon will be back. We would love for him to be part of this group, so that would be a priority for us. The rest of it I think we’re letting the dust settle pic.twitter.com/NgrvSST3sO – 12:58 PM
Sean Marks said Trendon Watford is a priority when asked about the Nets’ free agents from last season:
“The hope is that Trendon will be back. We would love for him to be part of this group, so that would be a priority for us. The rest of it I think we’re letting the dust settle pic.twitter.com/NgrvSST3sO – 12:58 PM
Evan Barnes @evan_b
Noah Clowney said he was playing pool with his family when he heard about Mikal Bridges being traded.
“I feel like he should be proud…to get traded for 5 first round picks, it’s superstar level things.” (Nets also got a 1st swap) – 12:31 PM
Noah Clowney said he was playing pool with his family when he heard about Mikal Bridges being traded.
“I feel like he should be proud…to get traded for 5 first round picks, it’s superstar level things.” (Nets also got a 1st swap) – 12:31 PM
CJ Holmes @CjHolmes22
Noah Clowney said Mikal Bridges should feel “proud” that the Knicks gave up so much to get him. No shade, added that he plans on taking full advantage of the opportunity created by Bridges’ absence. – 12:25 PM
Noah Clowney said Mikal Bridges should feel “proud” that the Knicks gave up so much to get him. No shade, added that he plans on taking full advantage of the opportunity created by Bridges’ absence. – 12:25 PM
Michael Scotto @MikeAScotto
Nets GM Sean Marks denied Mikal Bridges requested a trade to the New York Knicks.
“Mikal didn’t know until I called him. I think it’s been reported that Mikal wanted to leave or request a trade. That could not be further from the truth. That not in his character or who he is.” pic.twitter.com/j5strqcDg6 – 12:10 PM
Nets GM Sean Marks denied Mikal Bridges requested a trade to the New York Knicks.
“Mikal didn’t know until I called him. I think it’s been reported that Mikal wanted to leave or request a trade. That could not be further from the truth. That not in his character or who he is.” pic.twitter.com/j5strqcDg6 – 12:10 PM
CJ Holmes @CjHolmes22
Asked Sean Marks about the conversations he’s had with the Nets’ other free agents. He specifically mentioned Trendon Watford, said the team would love to have him back. – 12:04 PM
Asked Sean Marks about the conversations he’s had with the Nets’ other free agents. He specifically mentioned Trendon Watford, said the team would love to have him back. – 12:04 PM
Erik Slater @erikslater_
Asked Sean Marks whether a potential Bridges trade was discussed during Brooklyn’s interviews with Jordi Fernandez:
“It’s very important to be upfront when you’re hiring a coach… He knew well ahead that this was an avenue that we could be going down. He’s bought in completely.” pic.twitter.com/y3bkjmsWPt – 12:04 PM
Asked Sean Marks whether a potential Bridges trade was discussed during Brooklyn’s interviews with Jordi Fernandez:
“It’s very important to be upfront when you’re hiring a coach… He knew well ahead that this was an avenue that we could be going down. He’s bought in completely.” pic.twitter.com/y3bkjmsWPt – 12:04 PM
Ian Begley @IanBegley
We’re live at 12p on The Putback with the great @KendrickPerkins talking Knicks, Nets, Mikal Bridges, the offseason and more. @ChelseaSherrod is our host. Show is on all SNY social platforms. Here is YouTube link: youtube.com/watch?v=JFI7uD… – 11:58 AM
We’re live at 12p on The Putback with the great @KendrickPerkins talking Knicks, Nets, Mikal Bridges, the offseason and more. @ChelseaSherrod is our host. Show is on all SNY social platforms. Here is YouTube link: youtube.com/watch?v=JFI7uD… – 11:58 AM
Erik Slater @erikslater_
Dariq Whitehead putting up some corner threes at practice.
Sean Marks said Whitehead does not have any limitations ahead of Summer League. pic.twitter.com/F0XbJGP2Jr – 11:46 AM
Dariq Whitehead putting up some corner threes at practice.
Sean Marks said Whitehead does not have any limitations ahead of Summer League. pic.twitter.com/F0XbJGP2Jr – 11:46 AM
CBS NBA @CBSSportsNBA
How defense is driving big NBA offseason decisions, from Mikal Bridges to Trae Young
(By @bradbotkincbs)
cbssports.com/nba/news/how-d… – 11:45 AM
How defense is driving big NBA offseason decisions, from Mikal Bridges to Trae Young
(By @bradbotkincbs)
cbssports.com/nba/news/how-d… – 11:45 AM
Erik Slater @erikslater_
Sean Marks said the Knicks trade came together very quickly and emphasized that Mikal Bridges did not request a trade:
“Mikal didn’t know until I called him… It’s been reported that Mikal wanted to leave or requested a trade, that couldn’t be farther from the truth.” pic.twitter.com/rDaKndA4lO – 11:39 AM
Sean Marks said the Knicks trade came together very quickly and emphasized that Mikal Bridges did not request a trade:
“Mikal didn’t know until I called him… It’s been reported that Mikal wanted to leave or requested a trade, that couldn’t be farther from the truth.” pic.twitter.com/rDaKndA4lO – 11:39 AM
Erik Slater @erikslater_
Sean Marks said the Knicks package was by far the best to set up the Nets moving forward:
“It’s not an easy decision… but when you have an offer like we did from New York, I think it sets us up on a very clear direction and pathway to build this team with sustainable success.” pic.twitter.com/wBSI0GXG6R – 11:32 AM
Sean Marks said the Knicks package was by far the best to set up the Nets moving forward:
“It’s not an easy decision… but when you have an offer like we did from New York, I think it sets us up on a very clear direction and pathway to build this team with sustainable success.” pic.twitter.com/wBSI0GXG6R – 11:32 AM
Evan Barnes @evan_b
Sean Marks said the #Nets will be “strategic and let it play out” moving forward this summer when it comes to additional roster moves this offseason.
“We have to be patient. We’re not going to be in a hurry” – 11:26 AM
Sean Marks said the #Nets will be “strategic and let it play out” moving forward this summer when it comes to additional roster moves this offseason.
“We have to be patient. We’re not going to be in a hurry” – 11:26 AM
Brian Lewis @NYPost_Lewis
Sean Marks said new coach Jordi Fernandez was made aware that this sort of pivot was a possibility during the interview process. #nets pic.twitter.com/1nKAEEEcoh – 11:15 AM
Sean Marks said new coach Jordi Fernandez was made aware that this sort of pivot was a possibility during the interview process. #nets pic.twitter.com/1nKAEEEcoh – 11:15 AM
Brian Lewis @NYPost_Lewis
Sean Marks on the loaded 2025 and ‘26 draft classes impacting #Rockets deal: “Yeah, that’s always a factor; we’re always looking 2, 3, 4 years ahead, so to try & navigate a pathway…not holding our picks that would’ve been detrimental to those two draft classes.” #nets pic.twitter.com/GJPPZvaoUS – 11:14 AM
Sean Marks on the loaded 2025 and ‘26 draft classes impacting #Rockets deal: “Yeah, that’s always a factor; we’re always looking 2, 3, 4 years ahead, so to try & navigate a pathway…not holding our picks that would’ve been detrimental to those two draft classes.” #nets pic.twitter.com/GJPPZvaoUS – 11:14 AM
CJ Holmes @CjHolmes22
I asked Sean Marks about the conversations he’s had with the Nets’ other free agents. He specifically mentioned Trendon Watford, said the team would love to have him back. – 11:12 AM
I asked Sean Marks about the conversations he’s had with the Nets’ other free agents. He specifically mentioned Trendon Watford, said the team would love to have him back. – 11:12 AM
Brian Lewis @NYPost_Lewis
Sean Marks said he hopes RFA Trendon Watford will be back. #nets – 11:10 AM
Sean Marks said he hopes RFA Trendon Watford will be back. #nets – 11:10 AM
Evan Barnes @evan_b
Sean Marks said he called Mikal Bridges to tell him he was being traded to the Knicks. Said Bridges did not ask to be dealt from the Nets – 11:07 AM
Sean Marks said he called Mikal Bridges to tell him he was being traded to the Knicks. Said Bridges did not ask to be dealt from the Nets – 11:07 AM
Brian Lewis @NYPost_Lewis
Sean Marks said Mikal Bridges never asked for or demanded a trade. #nets #knicks – 11:06 AM
Sean Marks said Mikal Bridges never asked for or demanded a trade. #nets #knicks – 11:06 AM
CJ Holmes @CjHolmes22
Sean Marks said Mikal Bridges did not request a trade and those reports “couldn’t be further for the truth.” – 11:06 AM
Sean Marks said Mikal Bridges did not request a trade and those reports “couldn’t be further for the truth.” – 11:06 AM
Erik Slater @erikslater_
Nets GM Sean Marks will be addressing the media shortly. pic.twitter.com/sCqtQicE8X – 11:00 AM
Nets GM Sean Marks will be addressing the media shortly. pic.twitter.com/sCqtQicE8X – 11:00 AM
More on this storyline
Stefan Bondy: Mikal Bridges is speaking to the media tomorrow. First introduction of a new Knicks player since Kemba/Fournier. -via Twitter @SBondyNYDN / July 8, 2024
Erik Slater: Noah Clowney on the Mikal Bridges trade: “It’s an opportunity for me. No shade to him, that’s my dawg, I love him, but to see us going into more of a rebuild, that’s an amazing opportunity for me, and I gotta try to take advantage of that.” pic.twitter.com/Z8Xu4Yssb3 -via Twitter @erikslater_ / July 8, 2024
Brian Lewis: Noah Clowney on Bridges trade & #Nets pivot: “I feel like Mikal should feel proud in the sense to get traded for 5 first round picks is superstar level…But this is opportunity to me…to see us going into more of a rebuilding standpoint, that’s an amazing opportunity to me.” pic.twitter.com/5WGPvgujQU -via Twitter @NYPost_Lewis / July 8, 2024