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Knicks' Josh Hart Suffers Apparent Ankle Injury in Loss to Pistons
The veteran wing left the game early and headed to the locker room.
Published on Feb. 6, 2026
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New York Knicks wing Josh Hart suffered an apparent ankle injury during Friday's game against the Detroit Pistons. Hart, who has dealt with similar issues in recent weeks, was limping before he checked out of the game and went to the locker room. The Knicks were trailing by nearly 30 points late in the third quarter when the incident occurred. Hart's official injury designation has not yet been announced.
Why it matters
Josh Hart has been a key contributor for the Knicks this season, averaging 12.3 points, 7.6 rebounds and 5.1 assists per game. Any extended absence due to injury could be a significant blow to the Knicks, who are currently third in the Eastern Conference standings.
The details
Hart played 25 minutes in Friday's game, recording 5 points, 1 assist and 6 rebounds before leaving the court. The Knicks were trailing the Pistons by a large margin when Hart checked out, suggesting the injury may have occurred during the team's struggles. With Hart in the locker room, teammate Karl-Anthony Towns, who was inactive for the game, also followed him back.
- The incident occurred late in the third quarter of Friday's game against the Pistons (February 6, 2026).
- Hart has dealt with similar ankle issues in recent weeks leading up to this game.
The players
Josh Hart
A 30-year-old wing player for the New York Knicks who has struggled with injuries throughout the 2025-26 season.
Karl-Anthony Towns
A Knicks teammate of Josh Hart who was inactive for Friday's game but followed Hart to the locker room after his injury.
What they’re saying
“Josh Hart has gone to the locker room. Karl-Anthony Towns, inactive for the night, has followed him into the locker room”
— Vincent Goodwill (Twitter)
What’s next
The Knicks will provide an update on the severity of Josh Hart's injury in the coming days. If it is a significant injury, it could impact the team's rotation and playoff positioning in the Eastern Conference.
The takeaway
Injuries have been a persistent issue for Josh Hart this season, and this latest ankle problem is a concerning development for the Knicks as they push for a high playoff seed in the East. The team's depth will be tested if Hart is forced to miss extended time.
