The New York Knicks have significantly bolstered their roster by trading for Mikal Bridges, a move praised by both Magic Johnson and Stephen A. Smith. Bridges, known for his durability and elite defensive skills, joins former Villanova teammates Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart, and Donte DiVincenzo. The trade, which included multiple draft picks and Bojan Bogdanovic, has been contentious, with some questioning if the Knicks overpaid. However, the consensus among fans and analysts is that Bridges' addition makes the Knicks a formidable team in the Eastern Conference. Smith, particularly, highlighted Bridges' fit within the Knicks' culture and his potential to elevate the team's performance.