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New York Knicks: Prospects To Scout For Second Round Of 2017 NBA Draft

By Maxwell Ogden

Feb 7, 2017; Villanova, PA, USA; Villanova Wildcats guard Josh Hart (3), guard Mikal Bridges (25) and forward Eric Paschall (4) salute the crowd after win against the Georgetown Hoyas at The Pavilion. Villanova defeated Georgetown 75-64. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 7, 2017; Villanova, PA, USA; Villanova Wildcats guard Josh Hart (3), guard Mikal Bridges (25) and forward Eric Paschall (4) salute the crowd after win against the Georgetown Hoyas at The Pavilion. Villanova defeated Georgetown 75-64. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mar 9, 2017; New York, NY, USA; Villanova Wildcats guard Josh Hart (3) passes the ball away from St. John’s Red Storm defenders during second half of Big East Conference Tournament Quarterfinals at Madison Square Garden. Villanova Wildcats defeated St. John’s Red Storm 108-67.
Mar 9, 2017; New York, NY, USA; Villanova Wildcats guard Josh Hart (3) passes the ball away from St. John’s Red Storm defenders during second half of Big East Conference Tournament Quarterfinals at Madison Square Garden. Villanova Wildcats defeated St. John’s Red Storm 108-67. /

Josh Hart, Villanova Wildcats

Position: Shooting Guard
Age: 22 (3/6/1995)
Height, Weight, Wingspan: 6’5.5″, 204 pounds, 6’8.5″
2016-17 Slash Line: .510/.402/.748
2016-17 Season Averages: 33.1 MPG, 18.6 PPG, 6.4 RPG, 3.2 APG, 1.6 SPG, 2.1 3PM

Villanova Wildcats star Josh Hart has been on the radar for two years now. He was, arguably, the best player on the 2016 national champions and has been even better during the 2016-17 season for Jay Wright’s crew.

Hart has a number of old school elements in his game, and under head coach Jeff Hornacek, he could tap into what’s become under-appreciated upside.

Hart has some Courtney Lee in him as a consistently solid player who does a bit of everything on both ends of the floor. He’s comfortable playing within the 3-point line with a strong midrange game and intriguing back-to-the-basket proficiency.

When forced outside, Hart can hurt teams with his excellent 3-point shot.

Hart may not have the appeal of a future franchise player, but his upside shouldn’t be underestimated, nor should his reliability be taken for granted.

Hart is an underrated athlete and a skilled two-way player who has proven to have a nose for defense. He picks his spots as a scorer, plays within the flow of the offense, and is capable of taking over the role of a facilitator when need be.

Hart is relatively low on most draft boards because he’s a 22-year-old senior, but he has the skill level and work ethic to be a starter in the NBA.

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