Knicks' Josh Hart to Play with Finger Splint This Season

As the 2025-26 NBA preseason approaches, the New York Knicks are set to face the Philadelphia 76ers in a two-game series in Abu Dhabi. However, the Knicks will be without one of their key players, as forward Josh Hart has recently aggravated a finger injury.

According to reports, Hart underwent a procedure on his right ring finger in July after sustaining the injury during the playoffs last season. After taking time off to recover, he said he hurt the finger again while preparing for the upcoming training camp, which begins this Wednesday.

"So probably just rock out with a split this season and try to fix it again next summer," Hart stated. The 28-year-old acknowledged that he hates wearing anything on his hands, but wants to delay surgery to remain on the court and help the team be successful this season.

Hart, who set a franchise record with nine triple-doubles last season, said he will not let the injury affect his play too much. "I don't think about it too much. I just try to go out there and play how I play and if I can't play how I play and be aggressive and kind of have that toughness mentality that I normally play with, then I've got to figure out a different path," he explained.

The Knicks will be hoping that Hart can maintain his high level of play despite the finger issue as they look to build on their progress from last season.