Knicks' Josh Hart: Flirts with double-double Sunday
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Hart posted 17 points (6-10 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), nine rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 29 minutes during Sunday's 144-114 win over the 76ers in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.
Hart turned in a balanced performance, falling one rebound short of his second straight double-double. It continued what has been a mixed bag for Hart during the playoffs, having scored double digits on six occasions, while also managing to average 1.6 steals per contest. The Knicks will now face either the Cavaliers or the Pistons for the right to move on to the NBA Finals.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Good to go Friday
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Hart (thumb) is available for Friday's Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the 76ers, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.
This is an expected update after Hart was upgraded to probable following shootaround. Hart could see a bump in usage Friday with OG Anunoby (hamstring) sidelined.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Upgraded to probable
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Hart (thumb) is probable for Friday's Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the 76ers.
Hart was previously listed as questionable. He was forced from Game 2 with an unspecified hand injury at the time, but he was able to return to the contest. For now, the forward is trending in the right direction ahead of Game 3.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Questionable for Friday
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Hart (thumb) is questionable for Friday's Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the 76ers.
Hart was able to return to Wednesday's Game 2 win after suffering an unspecified hand injury but now is listed on the injury report with a left thumb sprain. Through eight postseason games, the Villanova product is averaging 9.3 points, 8.8 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.8 steals across 33.8 minutes per contest. If Hart is ultimately unable to suit up, Miles McBride and Landry Shamet would be candidates for increased roles.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Rips away three steals in win
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Hart notched five points (2-6 FG, 1-5 3Pt), seven rebounds, six assists and three steals in 44 minutes during Wednesday's 108-102 win over the 76ers in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.
Hart briefly exited Wednesday's game with a hand issue, but he was cleared to return after getting checked on in the locker room and was able to close the match, so he should be fine for Game 3 on Friday. It wasn't his best offensive outing, but Hart did a nice job on the glass and as a playmaker, and he finished with a plus-five plus/minus in the win.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Heading to locker room
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Hart exited Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the 76ers on Wednesday due to a hand injury, Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com reports.
Hart injured his left hand late in the third quarter. If he doesn't return, he will finish the contest with two points (1-4 FG, 0-3 3Pt), five rebounds, five assists and two steals across 32 minutes. Hart was replaced by Landry Shamet, and he should be considered questionable until the team provides an official update.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Returns to Wednesday's game
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Hart (hand) returned to Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals versus Philadelphia, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.
Hart injured his hand late in the third quarter and briefly exited. However, it appears the 31-year-old will at least finish the contest, although he will likely undergo further testing heading into Game 3 on Friday night.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Well-rounded effort in Game 1 win
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Hart chipped in eight points (3-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds, six assists, three steals and one block over 26 minutes during Monday's 137-98 victory over the 76ers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.
Hart didn't have his most efficient shooting night, though he provided a well-rounded performance while playing just three quarters. The veteran wing finished second on the Knicks in rebounds and also tied the team-high mark in assists. Additionally, he led all players in steals after logging zero swipes in the previous two games. Hart and the Knicks will now look to take a 2-0 series lead in Game 2 on Wednesday.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Good to go Thursday
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Hart (back) has been cleared to play in Thursday's Game 6 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs against Atlanta, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.
Hart was added to the injury report as questionable due to a lower-back contusion, but the issue isn't serious enough to prevent him from suiting up Thursday evening. He's averaging 9.4 points, 10.0 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.6 steals in 34.6 minutes per game through the first five matchups of the series.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Iffy for Game 6
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Hart (back) is questionable for Game 6 of the Eastern Conference first-round series against the Hawks on Thursday.
Hart is nursing a lower-back contusion, though it would be pretty surprising if he isn't able to suit up for a pivotal contest. If he's unable to play, Jordan Clarkson and Miles McBride could see more playing time in the backcourt.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Quiet in Game 5 victory
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Hart closed Tuesday's 126-97 win over the Hawks in Game 5 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs with nine points (3-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds and four assists across 30 minutes.
Hart was relatively quiet, continuing what has been a modest few games. After recording back-to-back double-doubles to open the series, Hart's production has declined recently. He is averaging 7.0 points, 7.7 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 1.3 steals in his past three appearances. Despite his struggles, New York now leads the series 3-2, with Game 6 scheduled for Thursday in Atlanta.
Hart finished Monday's 107-106 loss to Atlanta in Game 2 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs with 15 points (5-11 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 13 rebounds, six assists and one steal over 35 minutes.
Hart was a bright spot for the Knicks in a close contest that saw this series get tied up. Through the opening pair of postseason games, Hart has been terrific with 13.0 points, 13.5 rebounds, 5.5 assists and 2.0 steals in 36.0 minutes per contest.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Double-double with three steals
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Hart chipped in 11 points (4-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 14 rebounds, five assists and three steals across 37 minutes during Saturday's 113-102 victory over Atlanta in Game 1 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
Hart got it done on both ends of the floor, helping the Knicks to an impressive victory in Game 1 against the Hawks. After some ups and downs over the past month, Hart recorded his first double-double in his past 13 games, with his 14 rebounds the most he has pulled down since late December.
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