Miles Bridges has found himself in the headlines once more due to an online drama with Austin Rivers, after Rivers called out the Charlotte Hornets star who sat out the entirety of last season due to a case of domestic violence by his wife Mychelle Johnson. The incident drew significant attention to both Bridges and the Hornets, and has resurfaced due to the recent interactions between the two athletes.
The drama began when Rivers shared his thoughts on “The Ringer” about the Hornets’ upcoming season while emphasizing the potential of LaMelo Ball. However, Bridges took offense when Rivers referred to him as a “troubled youth.” In response, the 25-year-old fired back a scathing reply, shifting the spotlight back onto him and the tumultuous events of the previous year.
Bridges had previously pled no contest to the felony domestic charges in relation to the incident involving his wife. As a result, he was sentenced to three years of probation while the other charges against him were dismissed. This marked a difficult period for both Bridges and his family, as well as the Charlotte Hornets, who lost one of their key players for the entire season.
The recent exchange between Bridges and Rivers is a reminder of the lingering effects of the domestic violence incident. Although Bridges has moved on and is preparing for the upcoming NBA season, the consequences of his past actions still haunt him. The online feud has certainly added fuel to the fire and brought the issue back into the public eye.
Despite their heated exchange, both athletes will soon shift their focus back to basketball as the new season approaches. While Bridges and the Hornets hope to put their troubled past behind them, Austin Rivers will continue to offer his opinions and analysis of the NBA landscape, whether fans agree with him or not.
