Knicks Insider Explains Josh Hart's Choice to Play Through Finger Injury
New York Knicks forward Josh Hart has been competing this season despite a persistent finger and hand injury. The injury originally occurred last year and was aggravated during the offseason.
After a difficult start, Hart has recently returned to a familiar and effective form. In his last three games, he has averaged 14.6 points, eight rebounds, and four assists per game. His three-point shooting has notably improved, highlighted by a four-for-five performance from beyond the arc against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Risky Decision to Avoid Surgery
Choosing to postpone surgery and continue playing with the injury is a risky strategy. Ian Begley of SNY shared insight into Hart’s decision:
“If you go in and you have that surgery, yes, the timetable is reportedly three months - but you're talking about your shooting hand, nerves in your hand - it's a big risk, big rehab in season.”
“I was one of the people who thought, 'why not just get under the knife, get it over with, and come back?' But after asking him about it, the things he was saying made a lot of sense to me.”
Despite the injury, Hart appears to have regained his stride and aims to maintain strong performances throughout the season.
Author’s Summary
Josh Hart’s decision to play through a finger injury reflects a careful weighing of risks, as he balances his health with contributing to the Knicks’ success this season.
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