Knicks’ Josh Hart welcomes repeat of 76ers’ 3-point challenge he aced two years ago
Josh Hart is preparing for the Knicks' playoff series against the 76ers, recalling his strong 3-point performance against them two years ago when they dared him to shoot. He welcomes a similar defensive strategy, confident in his shooting ability despite a recent slump against the Hawks. Hart emphasized taking open shots with confidence and contributing through screening and decisiveness off the ball.
- ▪Josh Hart shot 43.6 percent from 3-point range against the 76ers in the previous playoff matchup.
- ▪In the series against the Hawks, Hart made only 21.7 percent of his 3-point attempts.
- ▪Hart made 41.3 percent of his 3-pointers during the regular season on 3.7 attempts per game.
- ▪The 76ers may repeat their strategy of playing off Hart, challenging him to shoot from the perimeter.
- ▪Assistant coach Rico Hines, formerly of St. John’s, is part of the 76ers’ coaching staff.
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NBA Knicks’ Josh Hart welcomes repeat of 76ers’ 3-point challenge he aced two years ago By Zach Braziller Published May 4, 2026, 12:04 a.m. ET When the Knicks faced the 76ers in the playoffs two years ago, Josh Hart was a pivotal factor in the series. See Also New York Knicks Current, former NBA coaches break down Knicks-76ers to The Post — and how to stop Philly’s star duo In large stretches, Philadelphia used Joel Embiid on Hart, daring him to shoot from the perimeter, and Hart shot a robust 43.6 percent from distance on 6.2 attempts per game. He would welcome that same plan from the 76ers. “Each series is different.
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