Josh Hart, born on March 6, 1995, in Silver Spring, Maryland, is a professional basketball player who plays as a shooting guard and small forward for the New York Knicks in the NBA. He stands 6 feet 4 inches tall and weighs 215 pounds.
Early Life and Education
Hart attended Sidwell Friends School in Washington, D.C., before playing college basketball at Villanova University. During his time with the Villanova Wildcats, he was instrumental in their 2016 NCAA Championship win, leading the team in scoring with an average of 15.5 points per game. He also earned several accolades, including the Big East Player of the Year and a consensus first-team All-American honor in 2017.
Professional Career
In the 2017 NBA Draft, Hart was selected 30th overall by the Utah Jazz but was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers on draft night. After two seasons with the Lakers, he joined the New Orleans Pelicans in 2019, where he played for three seasons. In 2022, Hart was traded to the Portland Trail Blazers, and in February 2023, he was acquired by the New York Knicks.
Hart signed a four-year, $81 million contract extension with the Knicks in August 2023. He has been a versatile contributor for the team, often filling multiple roles and providing stability. As of March 31, 2025, Hart is averaging 13.8 points, 9.7 rebounds, and 5.8 assists per game, with a field goal percentage of 53.1%.
Recent Performance
In the Knicks’ 110-93 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on March 30, 2025, Hart narrowly missed a triple-double, contributing 10 points, nine rebounds, and eight assists. This performance marked his 16th game with at least 10 points, eight rebounds, and eight assists.
Personal Life
Beyond basketball, Hart is known for his engagement with fans through his Twitch channel, where he shares his passion for video games like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. He is also a fan of the Washington Commanders and Chelsea F.C. Hart is married to Shannon Phillips, and they have twin boys born in May 2023. Additionally, he has a grand-uncle, Elston Howard, who was a former New York Yankee.
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