Josh Hart Makes Major Lifestyle Change to Keep Up With Heavy Knicks Workload 

As per what he told the publication, he has reduced sugar intake while incorporating more vegan and vegetarian meals. However, the shift is aimed at maintaining endurance, recovery, and overall performance deep into the playoffs.

Much so, Hart’s production justifies that commitment. He’s averaging 12 rebounds per game in the series while consistently taking on the toughest defensive assignments. His ability to disrupt actions at the point of attack and win physical battles has kept New York competitive despite inconsistent offensive stretches.

Head coach Mike Brown has leaned heavily on Hart’s versatility, even deploying him across multiple matchups within the same game. The Knicks’ performance has noticeably dipped whenever he’s off the floor.

Josh Hart Still Has One Area To Work On

While Josh Hart shines as one of the most reliable two-way contributors for New York this postseason, Game 3 exposed a critical weakness that could swing the series.

In a narrow loss to the Hawks, Hart delivered his worst offensive outing of the playoffs, finishing with just two points on 1-of-9 shooting, including 0-of-4 from beyond the arc. 

Despite contributing nine rebounds, six assists, and strong defensive work, particularly against CJ McCollum, his lack of scoring placed excessive pressure on Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and OG Anunoby.

On top of that, his three-point shooting has quietly become a concern. After hitting a career-best 41.3% from deep in the regular season, he has struggled to replicate that efficiency in the series, with just one made three-pointer entering Game 3. 

To his credit, Hart acknowledged the issue without deflecting, but execution will matter more than his honesty.

If New York hopes to avoid falling into a deeper hole, Hart’s perimeter shooting must stabilize.