Knicks' Josh Hart: Fills box score in Saturday's win
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Hart recorded 10 points (4-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-5 FT), 13 rebounds, seven assists and one block over 37 minutes during the Knicks' 112-109 win over the 76ers on Saturday.
Karl-Anthony Towns was limited to just 16 minutes while battling through foul trouble, so Hart and Mitchell Robinson stepped up on the boards and were responsible for 11 of the Knicks' 19 offensive rebounds during Saturday's win. It was Hart's ninth double-double of the season and first since Dec. 23 against the Timberwolves. He has averaged 10.3 points, 6.8 rebounds, 5.7 assists and 1.5 threes over 31.5 minutes per game over his last six outings.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Will play Monday
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Hart (ankle) will play in Monday's game against the Mavericks, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.
The Knicks kept Hart out of Saturday's loss to the Suns due to right ankle soreness, but the team is clearing him to play Monday. Mohamed Diawara could be forced out of the rotation entirely with this news. Hart has averaged 11.1 points, 7.6 rebounds, 6.1 assists and 1.0 steals in 33.7 minutes over his last seven contests.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Iffy for Monday
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Hart (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the Mavericks.
Hart was held out of Saturday's clash against the Suns with right ankle soreness. The team will presumably monitor him closely during shootaround and pregame warmups before making a decision on whether he'll gain clearance to suit up Monday.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Not playing Saturday
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Hart (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Suns, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.
Hart will sit out Saturday's contest while nursing a sore right ankle, which is the same ankle that caused him to miss eight consecutive games from late December to early-to-mid-January. With Jalen Brunson (ankle) also out, the Knicks will likely rely on Miles McBride, Tyler Kolek, Landry Shamet and Jordan Clarkson to take on more sizable roles. Hart's next chance to play is Monday against the Mavericks.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Questionable to play Saturday
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Hart is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Suns due to right ankle soreness.
Hart missed eight consecutive games due to a right ankle sprain, but he has played in each of the Knicks' last three outings, averaging 11.0 points, 7.0 assists and 4.3 rebounds in 33.3 minutes per game over that span. Jalen Brunson (ankle) is also listed as questionable, so Miles McBride, Tyler Kolek, Landry Shamet and Jordan Clarkson would all be in line for more minutes if one or both of Hart and Brunson cannot play Saturday.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Trio of threes in return
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Hart (ankle) amassed 18 points (7-15 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six assists, three rebounds, two steals and one block in 31 minutes during Sunday's 123-114 win over the Trail Blazers.
Hart returned to the New York lineup for the first time since Christmas Day after an eight-game absence due to a right ankle sprain. He didn't operate with any major restrictions in the contest, as he narrowly eclipsed his season-long average of 30.3 minutes and turned in a productive performance highlighted by three made three-pointers. The versatile wing is averaging 12.4 points, 7.9 rebounds, 5.1 assists, 1.6 triples and 1.4 steals on 49.6 percent shooting from the field and a career-best 39.8 percent shooting from deep across 29 appearances. While New York doesn't rely on Hart for consistent scoring, his all-around impact makes him a key contributor on a nightly basis.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Will start Sunday
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Head coach Mike Brown said Hart (ankle) will start against Portland on Sunday and won't be on a minutes restriction, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.
Hart will return to his normal workload following an eight-game absence due to a sprained right ankle he sustained in a win over the Cavaliers on Dec. 25. As a result, Miles McBride is expected to revert to a bench role. Hart has started 14 games so far this season, during which he has averaged 14.6 points, 9.4 rebounds, 5.6 assists and 1.9 steals in 34.6 minutes per contest.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Will play Sunday
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Hart (ankle) will play against the Trail Blazers on Sunday, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.
Hart hasn't played since Dec. 25 due to a right ankle sprain but will return to the lineup following an eight-game absence. It's unclear if the veteran swingman will be on a minutes restriction during his return, but his presence should leave fewer minutes available for Miles McBride and Jordan Clarkson. Hart has appeared in 28 regular-season games (14 starts) thus far, averaging 12.3 points, 8.0 rebounds, 5.1 assists and 1.4 steals in 30.3 minutes per tilt.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Upgraded to questionable
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Hart (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.
Hart hasn't played since Dec. 25 due to a sprained right ankle. Even though his presence Sunday is uncertain, the fact that he's been upgraded to questionable means he's trending in the right direction. The absence of Hart has opened up more playing time for Miles McBride and Jordan Clarkson, but both would be in line to see fewer minutes if Hart returns to the hardwood.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: To be re-evaluated in one week
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Hart (ankle) has been cleared for light court work and will be re-evaluated in one week, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports Friday.
Hart hasn't played since Dec. 25 due to a sprained right ankle, and he's set to miss at least one more week. With the 30-year-old swingman remaining on the shelf, Miles McBride and Jordan Clarkson are candidates for increased playing time, while Kevin McCullar could remain in the rotation for the time being.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Won't play Friday
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Hart (ankle) won't play Friday against the Hawks.
Hart will be sidelined for a fourth straight game, but he's scheduled to be re-evaluated any day now. His next chance to play comes Saturday against the 76ers.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: To be re-evaluated after road trip
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Hart (ankle) will not play during the Knicks' three-game road trip and will be re- evaluated when the team returns to New York, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.
Hart will miss at least three games after spraining his right ankle in Thursday's win over the Cavaliers. The veteran swingman's next opportunity to play will come Friday against the Hawks at the earliest. With Hart sidelined, Miles McBride (ankle) and Jordan Clarkson are candidates for increased playing time.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Won't play Saturday
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Hart (ankle) will not play Saturday against the Hawks.
Hart has been diagnosed with a right ankle sprain after leaving Thursday's game early. The severity of the injury is unclear, so it remains to be seen if Hart will be able to return Monday against the Pelicans. In Hart's absence, players like Tyler Kolek and Jordan Clarkson could be more involved for New York.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Leaves early in Thursday's win
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Hart totaled 15 points (5-9 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds and three assists across 26 minutes before exiting in the fourth quarter of Thursday's 126-124 win over the Cavaliers with an apparent ankle injury.
Hart exited with 7:43 remaining, when he sustained a lower-leg injury on a drive to the basket. The veteran turned in a respectable performance but posted a team-worst minus-19 as the Knicks rallied from a 17-point deficit to secure a Christmas Day win. Hart's injury status will be monitored ahead of Saturday's matchup with the Hawks.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Heads to locker room Thursday
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Hart (ankle) went to the locker room in the fourth quarter of Thursday's game against the Cavaliers, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.
Hart suffered a lower-leg injury while driving to the basket midway through the fourth quarter, converting both free throws before exiting to the locker room at the 7:43 mark. If he's unable to return, the Knicks will lean on bench options such as Jordan Clarkson, Tyler Kolek and Mitchell Robinson to step up down the stretch.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Double-double in defeat
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Hart amassed 12 points (5-14 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 15 rebounds, eight assists and two steals across 42 minutes during Tuesday's 115-104 loss to the Timberwolves.
Hart came close to his second triple-double of the season Tuesday but settled for a double-double in the Knicks' loss. The versatile wing has been a regular in the starting lineup since Nov. 24, averaging 14.6 points, 9.8 rebounds, 5.8 assists and 2.0 steals in 35.2 minutes across 13 starts.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Records double-double in win
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Hart provided 13 points (5-10 FG, 3-5 3Pt), 10 rebounds, five assists and two steals over 33 minutes during Sunday's 132-125 win over the Heat.
Hart came away with his seventh double-double of the year, leading the team in rebounds. The versatile swingman has been very productive on both ends of the floor since entering the starting lineup on a full-time basis in late November. Across his last 12 contests, Hart has averaged 14.8 points, 9.3 rebounds, 5.7 assists and 2.0 steals in 34.6 minutes per game.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Pulls down 10 rebounds
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Hart logged five points (2-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt), 10 rebounds, six assists and one steal across 34 minutes during Friday's 116-107 loss to Philadelphia.
As per usual, Hart did a little bit of everything for New York, and this was his second straight game with at least six assists. Hart has been a top-50 player this season with averages of 12.1 points, 7.8 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 1.5 triples and 1.4 steals per game.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Probable for Friday
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Hart (abdomen) is probable for Friday's game against the 76ers.
Hart sat out the front end of this back-to-back set Thursday, though it was likely just maintenance-related. Presumably, Hart will see his usual workload against the 76ers, while guys like Tyler Kolek, Jordan Clarkson and Guerschon Yabusele could see their minutes reduced.
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Knicks' Josh Hart: Ruled out for Thursday
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Hart (abdomen) has been ruled out for Thursday's game versus the Pacers, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.
Mitchell Robinson (ankle) and Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) will join Hart on the sidelines for Thursday's game, so there should be ample minutes available for guys like Guerschon Yabusele and Jordan Clarkson. Hart should be considered questionable for Friday's game versus the 76ers.
