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Knicks’ key rotational piece takes one for the team to open up salary space

The New York Knicks can look forward to a busy off-season. Still, a key player in their rotation, Josh Hart, eased the team’s burden on Thursday by accepting his player option at $12.9 million for the 2023–24 season.

Hart’s Journey: From Trail Blazers to Influential Knick

Hart’s journey with the Knicks began following his acquisition from the Portland Trail Blazers. He quickly transformed into one of the Knicks’ most influential players, performing exceptionally on both sides of the ball. His impressive stats included an average of 10.2 points, 7.0 rebounds, 3.