"I apologize to everyone, especially my family, for the pain and humiliation I have caused," Bridges said. My family and everyone in this room who are proud of me."
"I want to thank the Hornets and the NBA for giving me a second chance. Many people don't have this kind of opportunity. I want to use it to prove to everyone that I am still the kid who was selected 5 years ago." Bridget S said.
Bridges was suspected of assaulting his wife in front of children last year, causing serious concussion, nasal bone fracture and other serious injuries to his girlfriend. Bridges subsequently reached a plea agreement in the Los Angeles Supreme Court for one of the felony domestic violence crimes, and the agreement freed him from prison He was sentenced to 3 years probation and 100 hours of community service.
The Hornets had previously made a qualifying offer for Bridges, and general manager Mitch Kupchak said the team carefully evaluated the decision and understood what it would be like to send コウン ベットa player who has not pleaded guilty to all domestic violence charges. "Obviously it's a polarizing issue, and I understand that not everyone accepts it, and it's a difficult situation." Bridges is also self-aware, "People don't think I deserve a second chance, and I can understand that. , that's why I'm trying to use this year to prove to everyone who I am."
Bridges has a breakthrough in the 2021-22 season, averaging 20.2 points, 7 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game. BridKOUNBETges pleaded guilty and was also punished with a 30-game suspension. However, because he did not play at all last season, the league determined that he had already implemented a 20-game suspension. Once Bridges returned, he only needed to be suspended for another 10 games.