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May 24, 2026
Nabs four steals in win
Hart posted 12 points (5-12 FG, 2-7 3Pt), nine rebounds, five assists and four steals over 35 minutes during Saturday's 121-108 win over the Cavaliers in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
Analysis
Hart matched his postseason career high in swipes, and he was a big reason New York outscored Cleveland 17-4 in fast break points. The Knicks are now just one win away from their first Finals appearance in 27 years.
May 22, 2026
Leads scoring attack in Game 2
Hart recorded 26 points (10-21 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, seven assists and two steals in 33 minutes during Thursday's 109-93 win in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals against Cleveland.
Analysis
Hart paced the Knicks in the scoring column, and while he temporarily exited the game in the third quarter after tweaking his ankle, he was cleared to return for the final period to help close out Game 2. The Villanova product enjoyed the majority of his scoring success from beyond the arc Thursday, and his five made treys marks his best effort of the postseason. Hart also excelled as a playmaker and on the defensive end, where he accounted for two of New York's five swipes.
May 22, 2026
Returns to Game 2
Hart (ankle) returned to Thursday's Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals versus the Cavaliers, per the television broadcast.
Analysis
Hart tweaked his ankle after an awkward landing in the third quarter. He was observed limping after it happened and exited to the locker room. However, it's apparent Hart felt well enough to get back on the floor, although it wouldn't be surprising to see him added to the injury report ahead of Game 3 on Saturday.
May 22, 2026
Exits to locker room
Hart (ankle) exited Thursday's Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals versus Cleveland, Danny Cunningham of Sports Radio 92.3 The Fan Cleveland reports.
Analysis
Hart has played well throughout the contest, amassing a game-high 24 points with five assists, two rebounds and two steals. He injured his ankle in the third quarter and was observed walking gingerly. If Hart can't return Thursday, Miles McBride and Landry Shamet will presumably absorb most of his minutes the rest of the way.