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TARRYTOWN, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 23: Josh Hart #3 of the New York Knicks speaks to the media at Knicks Training Facility on September 23, 2025 in Tarrytown, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using thhis Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images)

On Tuesday night, the New York Knicks played the Indiana Pacers (at home).

The Knicks won by a score of 136-110.

Josh Hart finished with 33 points, seven rebounds, five assists and two steals while shooting 12/13 from the field and 5/5 from three-point range in 26 minutes of playing time.

Josh Hart Made New York Knicks History Against Pacers

GettyNEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 29: Josh Hart #3 of the New York Knicks reacts against the Indiana Pacers during the third quarter in Game Five of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on May 29, 2025 in New York City.  (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

In addition to his strong performance, Hart also made Knicks history.

Real App wrote: “Josh Hart just recorded the most efficient 30-point game in Knicks history.”

GettyNEW YORK, NEW YORK – MARCH 17: Guard Josh Hart #3 of the New York Knicks dribbles during the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Madison Square Garden on March 17, 2026 in New York City. The Knicks won 136-110. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)

Hart is in the middle of his fourth season playing for the franchise.

He is averaging 12.1 points, 7.6 rebounds, 5.1 assists and 1.1 steals per contest while shooting 50.6% from the field and 39.5% from three-point range in 56 games.

The New York Knicks wrote: “Josh is the fourth Knick in franchise history to score 30+ points on 90% or better shooting, joining Walt Bellamy, Willis Reed, and Bernard King.”

Hart And The Knicks

GettyNEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 01: Josh Hart #3 of the New York Knicks reacts during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Madison Square Garden on February 01, 2026 in New York City. Photo by Ishika Samant/Getty Images)

The Knicks are the third seed in the Eastern Conference with a 45-25 record in 70 games.

They are in the middle of a four-game winning streak (and 7-3 over their last ten).

Following their victory over the Pacers, the Knicks will continue action on Friday when they visit the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center.

GettyINDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – MAY 27: Josh Hart #3 of the New York Knicks reacts after fouling out against the Indiana Pacers during the fourth quarter in Game Four of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on May 27, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Hart has been one of the main reasons that the Knicks have turned into a consistent winner.

Before New York, the former Villanova star had stints with the Los Angeles Lakers, New Orleans Pelicans and Portland Trail Blazers.

GettyLOS ANGELES, CA – OCTOBER 10: Josh Hart #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers smiles during warm up before the game against the Utah Jazz at Staples Center on October 10, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Pacers This Season

GettyINDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – MARCH 13: T.J. McConnell #9 of the Indiana Pacers goes to the basket against Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks during the third quarter at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on March 13, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

With their loss to the Knicks, the Pacers dropped to 15-54 in 69 games, which has them as the 15th seed in the Eastern Conference.

They are in the middle of a 14-game losing streak.

Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been covering the NBA for over seven years. 

He has written for OnSI, Forbes, Amico Hoops, The Big Lead and had a podcast with former All-Star Jameer Nelson. More about Ben Stinar

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