Tom Thibodeau denies Mikal Bridges asking him to reduce starters’ minutes in Knicks twist

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Mikal Bridges Reveals He Asked Tom Thibodeau to Reduce Knicks Starters' Minutes

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Tom Thibodeau denies Mikal Bridges asking him to reduce starters’ minutes in Knicks twist

After Mikal Bridges claimed he asked Tom Thibodeau to reduce his minutes, the coach denied such a conversation took place as controversy emerged Wednesday in Knicks world over playing time.

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Tom Thibodeau blasts Channing Frye and responds bluntly to Mikal Bridges comments, 'he doesn't...'

Tom Thibodeau responded to Mikal Bridges’ recent accusations and one former Knicks player’s criticism. Many have criticized the New York Knicks for acquiring Mikal Bridges via a blockbuster trade. After all, the team paid a hefty price for him. However, Bridges proved his worth during the Knicks’ thrilling 115-114 win over the Portland Trail Blazers. Bridges sealed the game for his team with an OT buzzer-beater. It sent Knicks fans into a frenzy…

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Knicks Head Coach Defends Decision To Keep Playing Starters After Mikal Bridges Complaint

New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau is not backing down on his decision to keep playing Knicks starters, even though Mikal Bridges disapproves.

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Mikal Bridges On Playing Too Many Minutes: 'Sometimes Not Fun On The Body'

Mikal Bridges said that playing too many minutes for the New York Knicks this season is "sometimes not fun on the body" and that he has discussed the situation with Tom Thibodeau. "I'm a starter and I'll play a lot of minutes. Sometimes not fun on the body. But you want that as a coach, but also talk to him a little bit, knowing that we've got a good enough team where our bench guys can come in and we don't need to play 48, 47 (minutes)," said B…

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"That's the reality" - Knicks HC Tom Thibodeau defends decision to play Jalen Brunson and starters heavy minutes

Despite New York Knicks wing Mikal Bridges' plea for fewer minutes, Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau seemingly has no plans to give his starters additional rest.