The NBA trade season often sees players as commodities. They are shuffled around like chess pieces in a grand strategy game. Mikal Bridges, a key component of the Phoenix Suns‘ recent success, has been traded to the Brooklyn Nets. The move surprised the NBA community. Bridges recently opened up in a podcast, not just for the unexpectedness of the trade, but also for its aftermath.

The 26-year-old small forward revealed that he had a feeling he would be leaving the Suns and joining another team. However, it was his lighthearted jab at fellow teammate Devin Booker’s future with the franchise that made him amusing to fans.?

Bridges knew he was gone

In Podcast P with Paul George, Bridges opened up about the logistics of going through this trade. He revealed that he and teammate Cam Johnson had a hunch about their impending departure from Phoenix.

The seed of the suspicion was planted when Kevin Durant expressed his desire to move to Phoenix during the summer.?

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Bridges humorously also noted that “It ain?t Booker leaving,” implying that the Suns’ star player, Devin Booker, was untouchable.

The unexpected reality and a dash of Karma

As the season progressed, the rumors died down, and Bridges thought he was safe. However, a sudden resurgence of trade talks, this time involving Kyrie Irving, brought back the Bridges? summer memories. It took a serious turn when the trade with Durant actually materialized. He admitted, “I didn’t think that was really gonna happen.”?

His candid remarks have added a humorous touch to the often cold, business-like process of NBA trades. As he settles into his new home in Brooklyn, fans and critics alike will be watching closely to see how this trade shapes his career and the fortunes of his new team.