Knicks Get Concerning Josh Hart Update Hours Before Bucks Game

The New York Knicks have downgraded starting guard Josh Hart from questionable to doubtful for Tuesday night's game against the Milwaukee Bucks due to an illness. Hart previously missed two consecutive games with right ankle soreness before returning to practice on Monday. His expected absence creates roster challenges for head coach Mike Brown ahead of back-to-back home games at Madison Square Garden.

Despite Hart's recent absence, New York has won two straight games and improved to a 5-4 record following a slow start. Guard Landry Shamet is projected to continue starting alongside Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby, and Karl-Anthony Towns, with Hart's status for Wednesday's contest against the Cleveland Cavaliers also remaining uncertain.