American · Washington DC · Born 6 March 1995High-energy, relentlessly hustling forward whose motor, rebounding and winning spirit made him a fan favourite at the Knicks and Celtics.
Josh Hart was born on 6 March 1995 in Silver Spring, Maryland, to Moses and Pat Hart, and attended Wheaton High School, where he initially drew little interest from private schools despite his emerging talent and high-energy playing style, before transferring to Sidwell Friends School. Hart played four seasons at Villanova University, winning back-to-back national championships in 2016 and 2018, and developed a reputation as one of college basketball's most complete and hard-nosed players, excelling as a rebounder and defender despite his position as a guard. The Utah Jazz selected Hart 30th overall in the 2017 NBA Draft before trading his rights to the Los Angeles Lakers, and he went on to play for the New Orleans Pelicans and Portland Trail Blazers, developing into one of the league's most tenacious hustle players, renowned for his rebounding numbers relative to his size. Hart was traded to the New York Knicks in 2023, becoming a fan favourite for his relentless effort and versatility across multiple positions, and continues to be one of the league's most productive and popular role players, embodying the high-energy, team-first style that first defined his game at Villanova.
Versatile wing player, strong rebounder and defender
He set an NBA record for the most offensive rebounds in a single playoff game (10) in 2023, a statistic that perfectly encapsulates his relentless hustle and effort on every possession.
Did You Know?How They Played
Two-way wing with strong rebounding, solid shooting, and defensive versatility
Lasting Impact
Reliable role player who contributed to championship teams
Career Honours
- NBA Champion 2024
- NCAA Champion 2016
- NBA champion (2026)
- NBA Cup champion (2025)
| Club | Period | Apps | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|
| LA Lakers | 2017–2019 | 120 | #3 |
| Portland Trail Blazers | 2023–2023 | 750 | #30 |
| New Orleans Pelicans | 2019–2022 | 158 | — |
| New York Knicks | 2023–2024 | 81 | — |
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