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Knicks eliminated as Josh Hart struggles in Game 6 loss to Pacers

A late dislocated finger compounded Hart’s season-low performance in the Eastern Conference finals.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 29: Josh Hart #3 of the New York Knicks reacts against the Indiana Pacers during the third quarter in Game Five of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on May 29, 2025 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • New York’s season ended with a 125-108 loss in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
  • Josh Hart scored four points on 1-for-6 shooting and grabbed six rebounds over a season-low 22 minutes.
  • Hart revealed he dislocated a finger in the fourth quarter, which he said affected his play down the stretch.
  • He finished the series with 13 turnovers and a minus-16 plus/minus rating with him on the court.
  • After being removed from the starting lineup following Game 2, Hart said he “failed the team” and will use the offseason to regroup.