Mikal Bridges Opens Up About Being Traded For Kevin Durant & The Truth About The NBA finals | Ep. 2

Mikal Bridges joins the Roommates on episode 2 and opens up about being traded for Kevin Durant & explains why the Knicks run New York...
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00:00-00:48 Intro
00:49-01:20 Introducing Mikal Bridges
1:21-3:02 Chipotle
3:03-5:53 Mikal's games played streak
5:54-6:33 Josh drinks a lot of wine
6:34-7:45 Triple Doubles
7:46-8:22 Jalen embarassed Mikal in the playoffs
8:23-11:17 Mikal's journey to Villanova
11:18-12:12 SeatGeek
12:13-16:50 Mikal's first impressions of Josh and Jalen
16:51-20:20 Is '18 Nova the best college team ever?
20:21-21:06 Josh slips in to something more comfortable
21:07-27:42 What are the NBA Finals like?
27:43-34:01 76ers drafted Mikal and traded him on draft night
34:02-39:19 Getting traded for Kevin Durant
39:20-41:12 Josh can't pronounce his teammates' names
41:13-42:17 Game-day shoes
42:18-46:21 Playing defense is exhausting
46:22-47:27 Every game is a home game for the Knicks this year
47:28-49:20 Knicks fans took over Barclays Center
49:21-50:47 The Knicks will ALWAYS run New York
50:48-53:50 Who has a better 3PT celebration?
53:51-54:36 Jalen is competing in the 3PT Contest
54:37-56:33 Josh HATES Indiana and will never go there on his own voliton
56:34-58:10 Mikal's favorite restaurant in New York
58:11-59:12 Outro
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[@SeatGeek]

To be clear we did not hold Josh hostage for this ad read.

[@tommyspad123]

I do not believe you

[@noisepuppet]

Not saying you did, but why is he blinking "help me" in Morse code

[@mohamedmustafa9626]

@@noisepuppet😂😂😂😂😂

[@macmusic7520]

😂

[@davidjosh5640]

Bruh with the ‘im not safe, send help’ literacy

[@winterfoxcloud]

josh taking off his sweater to reveal knicks gear while mikal was talking about FOMO was elite level tampering - keep up the good work guys.

[@patrickmexiquinn]

I loved it, I knew Josh wasn't afraid of no fine. We need to sign him to a lifetime contract

[@Knicks518]

@@patrickmexiquinn100% dude is entertaining af

[@ademolaijaodola6243]

Elite level tampering fr

[@Bookake-2]

Drop a time stamp nephews 20:00

[@Villasttp]

Monumental level of tampering 😂

[@Sebastian-tz1jj]

I wish Mikal was a regular on this pod, these 3 r hilarious

[@c-meezy765]

I mean they're all in the same city. Hopefully they can find a way a few times a season

[@jaiveerdhindsa5885]

They all played together in college together for 3 years that’s why there chemistry is so good. If the nets don’t trade him I see it happening

[@jerms99]

Mikal needs to come to the knicks man. edit: we just need to get healthy 🙁

[@agentsuperargo5023]

If only it was that easy 😂

[@optimistic_giants_fan]

Nets hate the Knicks. They would ask for everything and they dont want to see a knicks parade in NY😂

[@jerms99]

@@agentsuperargo5023 seeing them play together during the fiba world cup. their chemistry is still there man.

[@jerms99]

@@optimistic_giants_fan they can get to look at the trophy when we win it 🫡. fair trade

[@Steven781]

@@optimistic_giants_fansame way u didn’t want us winning just a few yesrs ago it’s a 2 way street

[@envy1372]

Them telling Mikal he’s not just a 3 and D guy anymore was mad wholesome 🥲

[@dools5654]

Then realizing that Jalen meant that mikal doesn’t play defense anymore 😂

[@Mateus_Andrade_]

Josh Hart not wasting time with the Recruiting 👀😂

[@markfrascinella8707]

LeBron would’ve held a gun to his head off cam and made it happen already. Josh recruit game is slackin

[@jonathanndemba7000]

He needs to stop or he'll end up getting traded to get him 😭

[@stxcks23]

He’s need to be practicing

[@finneserrr]

@@markfrascinella8707u funny ash

[@NY-Vice]

This era of athletes creating content is fantastic. I remember growing up dreaming of having access to stuff like this, and now it seems like there is endless options of athletes making great shows.

[@glonik10]

probably cause they wanted the same thing

[@blakeacri5182]

It’s so hilarious how Josh is teasing Mikal to come to the Knicks 😂 you can tell he’s so ready to join his boys in NY.

[@macmusic7520]

Hope so!

[@macmusic7520]

Hope Mikal joins his boys! #knickstape !

[@calvinbyer2319]

I'm all for the banter but I sincerely hope Josh and the Knicks don't get hit with a tampering charge seeing how touchy the league can be at times.

[@johngonzo9671]

We need Bridges to come to the Knicks ASAP 🤝💪

[@Blackguns22]

Why assp?I don't see championship automatically if he did

[@gagegrubb102]

@@Blackguns22I do. His defense is amazing and he can score from anywhere

[@Blackguns22]

@@gagegrubb102 dude u tripping he's not that good and josh hart is worse.knivks fans buying into this Villanova stuff need to go

[@clutch7548]

@@Blackguns22Mikal Bridges was FIRST TEAM ALL-DEFENSE and has basically averaged 25ppg for the Nets.. Knicks already have 2 allstars Brunson, Randle, OG Annunoby who played amazing & top 3 defense in the league. Robinson the center leads the league in offensive rebounds & 1.5 steals. Brunson averaged 32ppg in the playoffs against Miami. They would have a CHANCE with Mikal Bridges, no doubt.

[@Blackguns22]

@@clutch7548 if bridgess is that good why didn't the knicks draft him?why aren't teams lining up to get him and why was he irrelevant in the leauge until jalen brunson and josh hart teamed up?read in-between the lines dude mikael is no huge diffrence maker in the nba,just friends wanting to play together nothing more or less

[@ghostb18]

Mikal is such a chill guy. Love the chemistry here

[@TigerDriver66]

I wanna see the uncut version of Hart's Draftkings ad. That shit was cut 100 times, I cannot imagine the struggle going on behind the scenes 🤣

[@macmusic7520]

Facts ! 😂

[@lucaswan8118]

This has instantly become my fav podcast. These 2 have to be the funniest guys in the NBA. Constantly roasting each other an everyone else in the league yet still being likeable is a crazy skill. Kudos.

[@rhondadearborn3265]

Josh: stop saying you don’t or can’t score! Tell yourself you can shoot- positive affirmations! Visualize it and be it! We have all seen u hit big shots 😊

[@spencerweiss6337]

REAL

[@samheard7849]

Apparently he listened to you. That man was the goat in Game 1

[@franksound6922]

They asked THE QUESTION and Josh coming with the Knicks sweater hahaha i love these guys

[@goated2k]

11:18 LMAO I love these advertisement shoutouts. Last week it was Jalen being held hostage talking bout Tommy John. Now it's Josh glitching every sentence from all the cuts with a smirk on his face. I already know this segment took like 30 minutes to record because everyone else was tryna make him laugh.

[@Khandiments]

IM LMAOOO

[@michaelgreen6155]

I’m in tears he looks like he has a 🔫pointed at him

[@drewmarr]

30 second clip with like 10 cuts 😭😭😭 his ass could not keep a straight face

[@goated2k]

@@drewmarr Deadass 🤣. I've never seen so many cuts for an advertisement before. I always skip any in-video sponsored ads, but the ones on this podcast is pure comedy

[@Lucas.montoya97]

I swear I've never looked more forward to sponsored ads than with this podcast. Got me rolling past 2 episodes 🤣🤣

[@Brian-bw9fh]

Mikal seems like a nice young man

[@MrLocosalsero]

word!

[@metalvillain121]

This chemistry is so funny to watch. Just straight friends kicking it, shooting the shit, dogging on each other. Top podcast episode for me all time

[@NovaKnicks]

Mikal to the Knicks! Make it happen Leon!

[@gibsdiary6399]

he doesnt know u lil bro

[@urelite]

Mikal is cool, but he isn't a good fit with the Knicks.

[@beastmry]

Every team could benefit with a player like Mikal​@@urelite

[@DoJoStan]

@@urelite He's a perfect fit with any team lol. They should get rid of Julius Randle and try to get Mikal.

[@bryanseymsss6167]

55:59 the amount of genuine concern jalen had on is face for josh when he said he liked white castle lmaoooooo

[@noxnyc23]

The chemistry of these dudes cannot be duplicated. That reason itself is enough to really pursue mikal as Knick if possible.

[@DelaDaGawd]

Jalen hilarious the way he be calling cap on everyone and telling the truth. “Game 82 what did you do”? “Game 82 what did you do??” 😂😂😂

[@michaelmezzatesta9872]

This pod is so fire. Just chopping it up with guys who love each other. Thanks for starting this

[@skillzv]

Get this man to the Knicks NOW💯

[@gibsdiary6399]

get your father back into your life 💯

[@drew7185]

Flagrant, technical, offensive foul 🤣🤣

[@Blackguns22]

Damn yall need to get off mikael divk yall sound pathetic as hell (knick fans)

[@Equilyzr]

@@gibsdiary6399what he do to you?!😂

[@sLyOnE_NYc]

I would be ok with ising assets to get this guy, him and OG on the wings? Thats super tough. Plus his built-in chemistry with his Nova teammates, its interesting.

[@doncartii9171]

53:35 Mikal saying “ he took it “ then Josh saying ayo 🤣🤣🤣 Brunson tried so hard not to laugh

[@wingwangslots1243]

It's funny watching Josh talk about his hate for indania, and now they ended up playing them in the second round 😂

[@izzcarrasco]

Its amazing to see the brotherly love this brothers have for one another. Much respect to all of them , only one missing is Devo.

[@marty-gd7ol]

most chill dudes in the league while all being really great players. Mikal to the knicks asap!!

[@jacobgeil3818]

was waiting all day for it to come out let’s goooooo. awesome pod guys

[@colinism3]

10/10 show, love the dynamics

[@cchan6421]

This was so so entertaining! Great job to all!

[@christianbritt1998]

7:41 the way I just spit out my food 😭😭😭 u can tell they friends frr😭😭😭😭

[@shawnjhuuhurdd]

had me weak 😭😭

[@justinwerner9249]

been waiting all day

[@Dwskiii]

i asked and you guys delivered THANK YOU GUYS. Needed that mikal episode . wish he was a knick frfr

[@NYKMentality85]

This was an awesome watch.

[@user-ul1cq8jr3s]

Sneaky Brunson! 😂 Love the show, so refreshing to listen to your perspectives on various nba players/games.

[@user-eq8qf6lp9o]

Love the podcast fellas! Would love to see clips of yall playing together during your talks.

[@ephraimgreen4692]

I love how Josh became jokim Noah for 2 minutes talking about Indiana the way jokim talked about Cleveland 😂😂😂

[@Dwskiii]

josh the knicks love you man frfr youre the glue beloved.

[@Blackguns22]

Na he kinda ass lol

[@Tita-zq1qb]

Josh straight garbage. Tf you smoking on

[@boidanny44]

Much more spice than the first episode LOVED it. See yall boys in Miami come playoff time, lets get a dub

[@DCoopVideos]

I love ya show and this episode is epic and funny. I love when Josh said, its cool seeing us NOVA players make it to the NBA playing against each other and then tells Mikal you are right across the bridge while Bridges deep inside wants to cross right over lol. @19:40 . Talking about the time my Knicks played at BK was hilarious also @47:00 😂

[@obreezyo]

Mikal is the Knicks missing piece! They need to make a offer the Nets can't refuse!

[@clutch7548]

I agree

[@kingjaffijoe6893]

Lmfaoooo josh hart taking the hoodie off is wilddddd 😂😂😂

[@81MROMAN]

I’m happy I found this! Die hard Knicks fan, born and raised in NY in SD now following you guys with league pass! Good to see your personalities off the court 🤙🏼

[@qpZooM]

8:23 I love the vibe alrdy this far 😂😂

[@aidananimation123]

Brunson I love u bro u saved my life

[@andrew_ade]

Thanks for coming to Indiana. See you next year.

[@aripaevere]

love the pod lads

[@TheBigPod]

😂😂 great episode

[@ryperu029]

This was a W podcast! Yall definitely entertaining. Keep hoopin

[@tadjifarrish2534]

Yessss Bridges ! Love this interview

[@BallerMJ45]

Podcast of the year for me. My guys Jb and Hart brought the Knicks back 💪💯

[@camerongoldberg1069]

That's a slap in the face for the nets. Having your own nets player say Knicks run New York. Lmfao!!!

[@noxnyc23]

Yup even if someday nets win a chip. Ny will always be a Knick world..

[@k3n10]

Love the show man

[@se6622]

Enjoyed this GR8T and hilarious podcast

[@Jaemsy]

This one had me smiling the whole way thru

[@TacoTactical]

this is the guest we needed love yall boys.. we need donte next

[@sansastark8952]

100%

[@4theculturegaming740]

Never knew Mikal was so chill, him and JB a cold combo 🥶

[@Thesportsmannine]

Fire episode

[@yungwunxx]

Lmao Josh got no filter and we love it

[@bookoffelipe]

Finally got a chance to watch ep.2. Really enjoyed it! Btw thanks for whoopin Philly’s a** tonight 🙌🏽 LGK!!!!

[@iBambo]

This ep got me to subscribe, good times had.

[@JasonPSr]

That’s tampering😂 I love it!!! Let’s go Knicks

[@OutlawComedian]

This is players talk basketball Gold!!!

[@P1zzaGuy]

29:52 lmao, jalen straight ass said "big purr" 🤣🤣

[@markhoops24]

Bro I love how goofy these dudes are mannnn 😂 they feel so relatable to me “you were just mic’d up against the lakers buddy, we know your voice” 😂😂😂😂😂

[@jamiekoh6113]

THE PERFECT EP 2

[@Jaylpzz]

Bruh that “ you good message “ got me dying bruh 😂😂😂

[@Wise_Guy_1]

Dope episode. Mikel is lowkey funny and would be amazing to see him play for the Knicks. #KNICKSNATION

[@Mendoza627]

Love the show boys

[@darlinebryant8873]

Great Podcast 🧡💙

[@Khandiments]

I knew Mikal would be the first guest 💕🩵🫶 i'm laughing sm at josh asking mikal if he was in a hotel or in magic [city] in ATL LMFAOOOO funny asf at 34:11

[@kemettyseti2681]

I love the tampering by Josh hart.😅. If the Knicks get Mikal they can win it all I believe.

[@Blackguns22]

Josh hart not good enough for that to happen

[@clutch7548]

@@Blackguns22He doesnt even start lmao.

[@Blackguns22]

@@clutch7548 exactly if mikael is that guy why wasn't he drafted by the knicks or teams before him?why aren't teams lining up to get him besides knicks?and why hasn't he been relevant in the leauge until jalen brunson and josh hart reunited with the knicks?.mikael is a hood baller but to say knicks would win it all because they have bridgess is blasphemy

[@clutch7548]

@@Blackguns22 Knicks already have a TOP 3 DEFENSE AND TWO ALLSTARS. THEY WERE 3RD IN OFFENSIVE EFFICIENCY LAST SEASON. ADD ANOTHER GREAT PLAYER YES THEY HAVE A CHANCE YOU SIMPLETON

[@flyboygreg09]

45:18 jalen do be sneaky with them charges. He be having every teams big guy mad as hell.

[@pyrrhicvictory5844]

Great episode, absolutely hilarious - but I really wish someone brought up when Mikal did that dinosaur walk before the game when he was still with Phoenix

[@hannsbx1718]

Mikel like “cmon bro” 😒 wen JB said nahh to hart asking for help 😂😂😂

[@marcusramseur9172]

Bruh Brunson face when Josh said he loves the White Castle 😂😂😂

[@josesantana27]

Josh is hilarious with removing his sweater 🤣 😂. Giving Mikal a huge ass hint. 🤣

[@madmax1171ify]

Amazing Pod

[@Deerofly]

That sappy face intro is hilarious lmaoo

[@charlescortes8363]

Bring Mikal to the NY Knicks!!!! 💙🧡

[@drock260]

\\// NOVA BABYY!!! Man this makes me happy being a Nova fan and seeing these guys blossom All together is amazing i kno jay wright is proud of these guys

[@dylangeller4692]

Can’t wait till mikal is a free agent

[@Tier2powergod]

This pod gives a great insight. Keep it going guys.

[@suggscorleone6061]

They were just kicking It like homies should i love the togetherness Mikal should be a reoccurring guest

[@PanagiotisAraujo11]

Mikal is one of my favourites,years now. Great player,but he seems even more great genuine person. I'm not a Knicks fan,but i would love to see a Villanova reunite with Jalen,Hart and Mikal.

[@ephraimgreen4692]

Josh is like fight with the name pronunciations😅😅😅

[@fsnaps]

Great job on the audio this time! btw for the prods, the camera on Jalen seems to have laser damage. you can notice in the section of his toque.

[@efraimpinson1338]

8:53 josh hart’s face 😂

[@ensoreagles16]

Something about this podcast that I love. Other than the fact that my favorite player (Jaylen Brunson) is one of the 2 hosts, I can just feel the genuine vibes. These guys definitely haven’t gone Hollywood. Just a few guys having a real conversation. Everything seems so scripted nowadays . Other than podcast p this has definitely became my go to pod. I can’t wait for what’s next.

[@GWBPresentsFuckYouTV]

I’m loving the pod fellas!! I think yall should add a clip of footage anytime ya mention something that took place in the game… don’t know if ya could or not but it would really make ya stories pop if we can see the footage of something that ya mention…

[@paperstacksfilms]

Them both roasting Jalen that he doesn't guard is hysterical. But he does draw charges and he gets in the passing lanes well. Hes great at liking the ball away too. That's effective enough

[@kensniffeyjr1004]

I see yall networking…..lets go bruh. Brunson and Hart yall my guys man

[@alsostephenking]

josh hart doing an ad read to basically be like "use seat geek to come watch me play" is hilarious lmao

[@howies3770]

Dude whomever edit the cuts for Josh doing the SeatGeek ad did him dirty lol

[@waynebostick9831]

BRIDGES WOULD BE A GREAT FIT WITH THE KNICKS

[@oklddo1788]

This podcast is so good. And I agree with everyone else here, we need Mikal on the knicks this offseason @Leon Rose

[@sansastark8952]

“Can you help me get a reservation at 4 Charles?” 😂😂

[@user-gk3uo5ev7n]

damn these guys must be chill to kick it with

[@bunbun8290]

8:52 josh's face is comedy hahaha

[@tumib]

I remember wanting the Knicks to pick Mikal at 9 in 2019 so bad.