Josh Hart

In a chaotic, physical 30-second sequence that ultimately came down to who wanted it more, it only made sense for the game’s outcome to hinge on the hustle of one man: Josh Hart. Right in his wheelhouse during a loose rebound chase, the do-it-all forward makes the first of his heroic plays, poking a loose ball free to provide the New York Knicks with another opportunity to cut into the Detroit Pistons’ one-point lead. After his team fails to capitalize for a second time, Hart takes on the challenge himself, providing an outlet before taking to the paint with toughness, generating just enough power to lay in a game-winning and-one, capping off one of the year’s most frenzied sequences. Elevating his play amidst the Knicks’ injuries, Hart played a game of bingo on the box score, contributing 23 points, eight rebounds, six assists, two steals, one block, three 3-pointers, and a standing ovation for his efforts on February 26, 2024.