[Saba Sports News] Josh Hart amazed fans with his inventive play during Monday night’s game, despite his team, the New York Knicks, falling 114-98 to the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Hart contributed 16 points and 9 rebounds, earning particular praise for his cleverness on the court.
In a critical moment in the fourth quarter, with the Knicks trailing by 9, Hart found himself in a tight spot. He caught the ball in the corner and leapt for a 3-point attempt, but realizing his shot was at risk of being blocked, he ingeniously bounced the ball off Jrue Holiday to avoid a travel violation. Regaining possession, Hart then successfully executed a clear 3-pointer.
This move brought the Knicks within six points, and they soon narrowed the gap to three following a 3-pointer by Jalen Brunson. However, Boston’s Jayson Tatum countered with a 3-pointer of his own, leading the Celtics to victory.
Hart’s quick thinking and creative action highlighted the ability of players to improvise in split-second decisions, reminiscent of a similar play by DeMar DeRozan for the Bulls.