Josh Hart injury: Knicks forward bothered by a possible back injury
New York Knicks forward Josh Hart exited Game 5 against the Atlanta Hawks with a possible back injury and did not return, raising concerns ahead of Game 6. The team and coach Mike Brown provided no immediate update on his condition after the game. Hart, known for his toughness and defensive versatility, had played through discomfort before and is a key part of the Knicks' playoff success. New York leads the series 3-2 heading into the next game in Atlanta.
- ▪Josh Hart left Game 5 against the Atlanta Hawks in the fourth quarter due to a possible back injury and did not return.
- ▪Knicks coach Mike Brown had no postgame update on Hart’s status, and the medical staff had not released information.
- ▪Hart has been a key defensive contributor in the series, often guarding multiple positions and enabling versatile defensive schemes.
- ▪The Knicks have strong defensive depth with players like OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges if Hart is sidelined.
- ▪Game 6 is scheduled for April 30 in Atlanta, with the Knicks leading the series 3-2.
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