‘Relentless’ Josh Hart continues to impact game — even when he’s not scoring
Josh Hart has made a significant impact in the NBA Finals despite not scoring much. He led both teams in rebounds, assists, and steals during Game 1, showcasing his relentless energy and defensive skills. His performance has drawn praise from teammates and coaches, highlighting his importance to the Knicks' success.
- ▪Josh Hart recorded 15 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in Game 1 of the NBA Finals.
- ▪He became the first player since Larry Bird in 1986 to achieve such stats in the Finals.
- ▪Despite scoring only 3 points, Hart had a plus-22 rating and no turnovers, demonstrating his overall impact on the game.
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nba finals NBA New York Knicks ‘Relentless’ Josh Hart continues to impact game — even when he’s not scoring By Howie Kussoy Published June 5, 2026, 12:16 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google SAN ANTONIO — Jalen Brunson had no jokes, no sarcastic remarks, no not-so-subtle digs about his longtime teammate. Josh Hart had been too important — becoming the first player in an NBA Finals game to lead both teams outright in rebounds (15), assists (6) and steals (4) — prompting the Knicks captain to produce a rare moment of sincere praise for his friend. One day later, Brunson couldn’t help but inject a playful jab into another compliment for his podcast co-host.
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