Following Game 3, the Knicks lost momentum after coach pulled Hart off McCollum. Hart angrily confronted the coaching staff at halftime, demanding he stay on the floor. The request was granted, and Hart’s presence kept McCollum on the court for the rest of the series, helping the Knicks clinch the first‑round win in Atlanta. sport-newz.biz
Hart Fights Coach Over Substitution, Spurs Knicks Stay in Series
After Game 3, Hart upset coach for pulling him off McCollum, confronting the staff at halftime to keep him on the court. The move helped the Knicks hold their advantage and win the series.
