Hot-Shooting Josh Hart Reacts to Critics

Hart is off to the best start of his career across the board. He's shooting at a high clip, rebounding better, and even has an average of assists better than any year he has played prior. That includes the 25 games he played with the Knicks during the 2022-23 season. 

So what does Hart think about his hot start? It's all about the mental side of things.

“I’m confident in my shot right now. I’ll leave the ‘scared to shoot’ narrative for y’all," Hart said. “I like to play my game how I wanna play my game—take my shots how I wanna take 'em—I don’t let anyone else dictate that.”

During New York's 138-122 win over the Phoenix Suns Wednesday night, Hart recorded 19 points on 8-11 shooting. He added a 2-3 clip from beyond the arc with 11 rebounds and six assists. 

New York led by over 10 points for most of Wednesday's contest. While Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns did record 70 points as a duo, it's been the efficiency of Hart that has helped turn the Knicks' early start around.

If these numbers can continue, New York's current streak of 130 points may continue further.