Suns introduce Miles Bridges, defend decision to add him after domestic violence issues
Brian Gregory said Bridges fits the Suns’ style, but the team expects him to win over fans after his 2022 felony domestic violence plea.
- On June 28, the Phoenix Suns acquired Miles Bridges from the Charlotte Hornets, trading guard Grayson Allen, forward Royce O'Neale, and a 2033 first-round pick for the 28-year-old forward.
- General manager Brian Gregory said the franchise felt comfortable bringing Bridges to Phoenix despite his "unacceptable conduct that has occurred in the past," citing a professional relationship dating back nearly a decade to Michigan State.
- From a basketball perspective, the 6-foot-7 forward averaged 17.1 points and 5.8 rebounds last season for the Hornets, demonstrating versatility as a defender that fits the Suns' competitive style.
- During his introductory press conference on Wednesday, Bridges acknowledged mixed fan reception, saying "It's mixed feelings about me being here," and added, "I take full responsibility for my actions, I've been to counseling, I've been to therapy."
- Gregory emphasized that Bridges must "earn the trust of the Suns' fans" as he joins a core featuring All-Star Devin Booker, Dillon Brooks, Jalen Green, and Mark Williams.
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Miles Bridges Acquisition Raises Questions About Suns’ Commitment to ‘Right Culture’
By Jordan Talley PHOENIX – Phoenix Suns general manager Brian Gregory opened a news conference to introduce newly acquired swingman Miles Bridges on Wednesday with a telling statement. “Trust is not given,” Gregory said. “It’s earned.” That is the edict under which Bridges will operate this season after the Suns acquired him, a 2029 first-round...
Suns introduce Miles Bridges, defend decision to add him
PHOENIX — Phoenix Suns forward Miles Bridges appears to be a good fit for his new team on the basketball court, giving it a beefy frontcourt presence who has scored at a high level over seven NBA seasons.
Miles Bridges Sends Honest Message to Phoenix Suns Fans
The Phoenix Suns acquired Miles Bridges from the Charlotte Hornets this offseason. The move wasn’t popular with some parts of the Suns fanbase, mainly due to Bridges’ personal history.Speaking during his introductory press conference on Wednesday, Bridges addressed the reaction of the fans about his trade. He delivered an honest message and assured them that […] The post Miles Bridges Sends Honest Message to Phoenix Suns Fans appeared first on H…
Miles Bridges says he’s ‘been to therapy’ after domestic violence arrest as Suns face blowback for polarizing move
New Suns wing Miles Bridges said he's gone to counseling and therapy following his previous legal troubles, which included an arrested on a domestic violence charge.
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