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**Knicks’ Josh Hart Ejected After Apparent Back Injury in Preseason Game**

**ABU DHABI –** New York Knicks guard Josh Hart was ejected from Thursday’s preseason game against the Philadelphia 76ers in Abu Dhabi after an incident in the second quarter that appeared to involve a back injury.

Hart went down while battling for a rebound in the paint, seemingly hurt after contact with a 76ers defender. After falling to the floor, Hart reportedly aggravated his back. When the defender attempted to take the ball, a frustrated Hart threw it into the air, prompting officials to immediately eject him from the game. He was seen limping to the locker room.

The severity of the injury is currently unknown. Before his early exit, Hart scored two points via free throws, missed one three-point attempt, grabbed three rebounds, and dished out one assist.

This incident comes as Hart is already dealing with a re-aggravated finger injury that will require him to wear a splint and postpone surgery until the offseason. At Knicks’ Media Day, Hart emphasized his commitment to playing aggressively despite the finger issue. It remains to be seen how this latest injury will affect his availability and his role under new coach Mike Brown, who is still evaluating frontcourt options.

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