Josh Hart ejected for kicking Javonte Green in the head during Knicks’ defeat against Bulls – WATCH

New York Knicks forward Josh Hart found himself in hot water during Friday night’s game against the Chicago Bulls when he was ejected for a dangerous play. Late in the first quarter, Hart drove to the basket and had the ball stripped from his hands by Javonte Green. However, before landing, Hart extended his leg and kicked Green in the back of the head, resulting in a Flagrant 2 foul and an automatic ejection.

The officials wasted no time in reviewing the play and making the call, citing criteria such as wind up, impact, potential for injury, and whether the act was a non-basketball play. Despite Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau disagreeing with the decision, Hart was forced to leave the game early.

The incident seemed to light a fire under Green, who went on to have an impressive performance, finishing with 25 points and 13 rebounds, setting career highs in both categories. The Bulls secured a crucial win, maintaining their position ahead of the Atlanta Hawks in the race for the No. 9 seed.

On the Knicks’ side, the return of OG Anunoby after missing nine games with an elbow injury provided a silver lining in the defeat. Anunoby played 29 minutes and scored 12 points, showing promise for the team moving forward. The game was a mix of drama and standout performances, leaving fans eager to see how both teams will fare in their upcoming matchups.