Charlotte Hornets President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson announced today that the team has re-signed forward Miles Bridges. As is customary, the terms of the deal remain undisclosed.
Bridges’ Stellar Performance Last Season
Miles Bridges made a significant impact on the court last season, appearing in 69 games, 67 of which he started. He recorded career highs in several key areas, including:
- Points per game: 21.0
- Field goals per game: 8.1
- 3-pointers per game: 2.3
- 2-pointers per game: 5.8
- Defensive rebounds per game: 6.3
- Total rebounds per game: 7.3
Bridges was one of only 13 players in the NBA to achieve at least 21.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game last season. He led the Hornets in scoring 26 times and tied for the team lead with 19 double-doubles.
Highlight Performances
Bridges showcased his scoring prowess in several standout games:
- Career-High Game vs. Toronto: On February 7, he delivered a career-high 45 points, along with eight rebounds and seven assists. This performance made him, alongside Kemba Walker, the only players in franchise history to record 45 points, five rebounds, and five assists in a single game.
- Dominant Game vs. Chicago: On January 31, he tallied 30 points, 15 rebounds, and five assists, becoming the first Hornet ever to reach those marks in one game.
Per @wojespn, Miles Bridges is “very very likely” going to be with the Hornets past the #NBA trade deadline today.
“He’s had back-to-back 40 point games. Charlotte talked with a few teams about him… This is an org that would like to re-sign him this summer.”
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— /r/CharlotteHornets (@HornetsReddit) February 8, 2024
Career Overview
Over his five-season career, Bridges has been a consistent performer for the Hornets. His career averages are:
- Points per game: 14.8
- Rebounds per game: 6.0
- Assists per game: 2.5
In franchise history, he ranks:
- Eighth in points: 5,342
- Seventh in field goals: 2,024
- Fifth in 3-pointers: 591
- Third in 2-point percentage: .550
- Eighth in defensive rebounds: 1,749
- Tenth in minutes played: 11,041
Background and Draft
Miles Bridges
Bridges was initially selected by the Los Angeles Clippers with the 12th overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft. However, the Hornets acquired him through a draft night trade, and he has since developed into one of the team’s most valuable players.
Looking Ahead
With Miles Bridges re-signed, the Hornets are poised to build on last season’s performances. His contributions on both ends of the court will be crucial as the team aims to make a deeper playoff run. Fans and analysts alike will be watching to see how Bridges continues to grow and lead his team in the upcoming season.