Since their last victory, the Knicks have recorded a three-game streak of triumphs. The team delivers outstanding performances while dealing with concerns about their upcoming match. Josh Hart stands as the primary force behind their recent success which might push him to miss Monday’s contest against Memphis Grizzlies.

Hart is dealing with some soreness in his right knee, and it’s the first time since December that his availability is even in question. Naturally, fans are wondering: can the Knicks keep the momentum going if Hart isn’t on the court?

Who’s In, Who’s Out? The Injury Scoop for Knicks vs. Grizzlies

As of now, Hart’s listed as day-to-day. The team hasn’t said much about how serious the soreness is, so his status is still up in the air. But let’s not sugarcoat it—losing Hart, even for one game, would sting. He’s been the guy doing everything lately. Scoring? Check. Rebounding? Absolutely. Dishing out assists? Yep. Oh, and let’s not forget his defense. Over the last ten games, he’s averaged 13.8 points, 12.8 rebounds, 5.7 assists, and 1.9 steals. That’s no small contribution.

If he’s not able to suit up, players like Precious Achiuwa and Cameron Payne will likely get more minutes. Achiuwa could even step into the starting lineup. Both guys have shown flashes of potential, but Hart’s versatility is tough to replace.

Oh, and in case you were wondering, Mitchell Robinson is still out with an ankle injury. The Knicks have been getting by with smaller lineups, but Robinson’s shot-blocking and presence in the paint are definitely missed.

Let’s take a look at the Knicks’ depth chart.

Over on the Grizzlies’ side, Marcus Smart (finger) and Vince Williams Jr. (ankle) are out, and Santi Aldama and Jake LaRavia are day-to-day. Even with a few injuries, Memphis can put up points in a hurry, so this could still be a tough matchup for New York.

How the Knicks Can Handle Hart’s Absence

If Hart can’t go, the Knicks will need to lean on their other stars—Jalen Brunson, and Mikal Bridges—to pick up the slack. Hart’s impact goes way beyond just scoring points. He hustles for rebounds, sets up his teammates, and locks down on defense. Without him, the Knicks are going to have to dig deep, especially on the boards and on defense.

The team must rise to fill the conference while merely replacing individual players. The team displayed ability to adapt during periods of absent key players thus setting up another opportunity to showcase this talent.

Fans should mark this match as a must-see event. The Knicks currently put up impressive performances while the Grizzlies stay tough to beat. The match-up will be competitive no matter if Hart plays or not. Knicks supporters firmly believe their squad possesses enough talent to claim victory however they need Julius Randle’s presence to generate a better outcome.

Move in with your game snacks because Monday’s contest may be rough yet the Knicks stay strong in facing their opponents.