History of Josh Hart in Timeline

Joshua Aaron Hart is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the New York Knicks in the NBA. Notably, he holds the Knicks franchise record for the most triple-doubles recorded in a single season, highlighting his versatile and impactful performance on the court.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1972: Playoff Triple Double

On May 12, 2025, In Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals, it was the third playoff triple-double in franchise history and the first since Walt Frazier in 1972.

1985: Villanova's First National Championship Since 1985

In 2016, Hart helped Villanova win its second national championship in school history and first since 1985.

March 6, 1995: Josh Hart's Birth

On March 6, 1995, Joshua Aaron Hart was born. He later became a professional basketball player in the NBA.

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December 21, 2013: Season-High Scoring Game

On December 21, 2013, Josh Hart scored a season-high 19 points in an 88–67 win over Rider.

2013: All-Met Selection and Prospect Ranking

In 2013, Josh Hart was named a first-team All-Met selection by The Washington Post and was ranked as Rivals.com's 82nd-ranked prospect in the class of 2013.

December 14, 2014: 20-Point Game Against Temple

On December 14, 2014, Josh Hart and teammate Darrun Hilliard both scored 20 points in an 85–62 win against Temple.

February 28, 2015: Lip Injury

On February 28, 2015, Josh Hart was hit in the mouth during a game against Xavier, requiring stitches on his lip.

2015: Big East Sixth Man of the Year and Tournament MVP

In 2015, Josh Hart was named the Big East's Sixth Man of the Year and the Most Outstanding Player of the Big East Tournament.

2015: Wildcats Preseason Selection

In the 2015–16 season, Hart's Wildcats were the unanimous coaches preseason selection to win the conference.

January 2, 2016: 25 Points Against Creighton

On January 2, 2016, Josh Hart scored 25 points in a win over Creighton.

November 2, 2016: Preseason All-America Team Selection

On November 2, 2016, Josh Hart was named to the Associated Press preseason All-America team.

2016: All-Big East and All-American Selection and National Championship

In 2016, Josh Hart was unanimously selected first-team All-Big East, named a third-team All-American, and helped Villanova win the National Championship.

2016: Villanova National Championship

In 2016, Josh Hart, as a junior, helped lead the Villanova Wildcats to a national championship.

March 11, 2017: 29 Points vs Creighton

On March 11, 2017, in the regular season finale versus Creighton, Hart scored 29 points in a 74–60 win.

December 14, 2017: First NBA Start and Double-Double

On December 14, 2017, Josh Hart recorded his first NBA start and achieved a double-double with 11 points and 10 rebounds against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

2017: All-American Selection

In 2017, Josh Hart was named a consensus first-team All-American as a senior at Villanova.

2018: NBA Summer League MVP

In 2018, Josh Hart was named the league MVP of the NBA Summer League.

March 28, 2019: Knee Surgery

On March 28, 2019, the Lakers announced that Hart underwent a successful ultrasonic debridement procedure on his right knee patellar tendon.

July 6, 2019: Trade to the New Orleans Pelicans

On July 6, 2019, Josh Hart was traded by the Lakers to the New Orleans Pelicans.

2019: Trade to New Orleans Pelicans

In 2019, Josh Hart was traded to the New Orleans Pelicans as part of a package for Anthony Davis.

October 2020: Donation to Napa Valley Wildfire Relief

In October 2020, Josh Hart donated $10,000 to support relief efforts for the Napa Valley wildfires.

February 16, 2021: Season-High 27 Points

On February 16, 2021, Josh Hart scored a season-high 27 points during a win against the Memphis Grizzlies.

November 13, 2021: Career-High Assists

On November 13, 2021, Josh Hart recorded a career-high 11 assists in a win over the Memphis Grizzlies.

January 19, 2022: Jersey Retirement by Villanova Wildcats

On January 19, 2022, Josh Hart's number 3 jersey was retired by the Villanova Wildcats.

February 8, 2022: Trade to Portland Trail Blazers

On February 8, 2022, Josh Hart was traded to the Portland Trail Blazers.

November 7, 2022: Game-Winning Shot Against Miami Heat

On November 7, 2022, Josh Hart hit a buzzer-beating, game-winning three-pointer in a 110–107 win over the Miami Heat.

2022: Trade to Portland Trail Blazers

In 2022, Josh Hart was traded to the Portland Trail Blazers.

February 8, 2023: Trade Agreement to New York Knicks

On February 8, 2023, the Trail Blazers reached an agreement to trade Josh Hart to the New York Knicks.

May 2023: Birth of Twin Sons

In May 2023, Josh Hart and his wife, Shannon Phillips, welcomed their twin sons.

August 10, 2023: Contract Extension with Knicks

On August 10, 2023, Josh Hart signed a four-year, $81 million contract extension with the New York Knicks.

2023: FIBA Basketball World Cup

In 2023, Josh Hart played for the United States national team at the FIBA Basketball World Cup, leading the team in rebounding, although Team USA finished fourth.

2023: Trade to New York Knicks

In 2023, Josh Hart was traded to the New York Knicks.

January 30, 2024: First Career Triple-Double

On January 30, 2024, Josh Hart recorded his first career triple-double in a win over the Utah Jazz, with 10 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists.

December 30, 2024: Triple-Double vs. Wizards

On December 30, 2024, Josh Hart recorded a triple-double with 23 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists in a win against the Washington Wizards.

2024: Candy and Autographs

During the 2024 playoffs, the Mike and Ike company sent Josh Hart several boxes of "Josh Hart 3 Point Mix."

2024: NBA Minutes Leader Award

On May 12, 2025, Josh Hart was awarded the NBA annual "minutes leader" award for the 2024-25 season, averaging 37.6 minutes per game.

January 1, 2025: Consecutive Triple-Doubles

On January 1, 2025, Josh Hart recorded another triple-double, achieving consecutive triple-doubles and joining a select group in Knicks history.

May 12, 2025: NBA Minutes Leader Award

On May 12, 2025, Josh Hart was awarded the NBA annual "minutes leader" award for the 2024-25 season, averaging 37.6 minutes per game.

2026: Protected Draft Pick

In February 2022, The Portland Trail Blazers acquired a protected 2022 first-round draft pick, the better of New Orleans’ and Portland's 2026 second-round draft picks and New Orleans’ 2027 second-round draft pick from the New Orleans Pelicans.