Josh Hart addresses finger injury and Knicks contract uncertainty

New York Knicks player Josh Hart has addressed both his physical health and his uncertain contract future. Regarding a persistent finger injury, Hart revealed that the only corrective surgery available would involve a joint replacement, an procedure that would effectively end his NBA career. Consequently, he intends to continue playing with the finger bandaged.

On the professional front, Hart is among three Knicks players—including Karl-Anthony Towns and Miles McBride—who appear unlikely to reach contract extensions before the upcoming regular season. Hart expressed a strong desire to remain with the Knicks and in New York, noting that the uncertainty regarding his future affects his personal life.

While Hart is eligible for an extension, reports suggest a gap remains between the team's offers and player expectations. A potential compromise for Hart is estimated at a three-year deal worth approximately $62 million, as the team is not expected to offer the maximum possible extension.