Josh Hart stats today: How Knicks role player’s bounce-back was the difference in Game 2 win vs. Cavs
Josh Hart had the best scoring performance of his playoff career on Thursday night. Knicks fans are more than grateful.
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Josh Hart came to life in the Knicks ' 109-93 win over the Cavaliers on Thursday night. The Villanova guard entered Game 2 in torrid jump-shooting form, clanking more attempts than he expected in his previous few games. Cleveland dared him to shoot in the contest, giving him acres of space as the action wore on.
More often than not, Hart made them pay, authoring up a scoring outburst that fueled New York to a momentous victory and a 2-0 series advantage. Here's what you need to know about Hart's memorable display on Monday night. MORE: Why the Cavs are employing "Hack-a-Mitch" strategy against Knicks big man Mitchell Robinson Josh Hart stats today Final score: Knicks 109, Cavaliers 93 Minutes: 33 Points: 26 Rebounds : 4 Assists: 7 Steals: 2 Blocks: 0 TOs: 1 PF: 5 FG: 10-21 3P: 5-11 FT: 1-2 Hart put forth a career-best outing in the Garden, posting a career-high 26 points to power New York's attack.
With Jalen Brunson held fairly quiet, the Knicks were in desperate need for a talisman to spearhead its offensive exploits. Enter Hart, a quality role player who drew a bit of scrutiny for his three-point shooting in Game 1. Hart responded with aplomb in Game 2, canning five of his 11 attempts from beyond the arc.