Mikal Bridges’ Biography, Nationality, Age, Properties, Weight, Height, Records, Lifestyle, and Hobbies
Biography
Mikal Bridges, born on August 30, 1996, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is an American professional basketball player. He currently plays as a shooting guard/small forward for the Brooklyn Nets in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Bridges also played college basketball for the Villanova Wildcats, winning national championships in 2016 and 2018. He was selected with the tenth overall pick by the Philadelphia 76ers in the 2018 NBA draft before being traded to the Phoenix Suns on draft night. Notably nicknamed “the Warden,” Bridges holds the active record for the most consecutive games played, having not missed a game in his NBA career since being drafted.
Bridges played college basketball for the Villanova Wildcats under coach Jay Wright. He was also a key contributor to Villanova’s national championships in 2016 and 2018.
His defensive prowess, three-point shooting, and team-first mentality made him a fan favorite. In the 2018 NBA Draft, the Philadelphia 76ers selected Bridges with the 10th overall pick. On draft night, he was traded to the Phoenix Suns, where he has since become a cornerstone of the team. NBA All-Defensive First Team (2022): Bridges’ defensive skills earned him this prestigious honor.
His nickname, “the Warden,” reflects his lockdown defense.
Nationality
Mikal Bridges is an American national.
Age
As of now (2024), Mikal Bridges is 27 years old.
Properties
- Height: 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m)
- Weight: 209 lb (95 kg)
Records and Achievements
- NBA All-Defensive First Team (2022)
- Also 2× NCAA champion (2016, 2018)
- Third-team All-American – AP, SN, NABC (2018)
- Julius Erving Award (2018)
- Also First-team All-Big East (2018)
- Second-team All-Big East (2017)
- Also Big East Co-Defensive Player of the Year (2017)
- Big East tournament MVP (2018)
Lifestyle and Hobbies
- Off the court, Mikal Bridges co-hosts a podcast titled “Podcast P with Paul George,” also alongside actor Jackie Long and AAU teammate Dallas Rutherford.
- He enjoys traveling, spending time with family, and exploring various interests.
