The issue of "load management" has become a hot topic in the NBA. Fans feel cheated when they pay good money to see their favorite players, only to find them sitting on the bench, "resting." A recent rule change requiring players to play at least 65 games to be eligible for individual awards and All-NBA nominations has only fueled the debate.
New York Knicks star Josh Hart's refreshingly straightforward perspective on playing through fatigue is like a breath of fresh air for many fans who are tired of the load management trend.
Coach Thibs Finds a Gem in Josh Hart
Knicks Head Coach Tom Thibodeau is known for his old-school approach, pushing his players to hustle hard throughout the game. He rarely rests his starters, preferring to let them play through fatigue and minor aches and pains. **Thibodeau seems to have found a kindred spirit in Josh Hart, who sees playing through the entire game as an inherent part of his job.** During the Knicks' first-round playoff series win against the Philadelphia 76ers, Thibodeau only rested Hart for a mere 14 minutes across four games, highlighting the coach's trust in the player's stamina and dedication.
"Our Job is to Play Basketball": Hart's Simple Truth
In a post-game interview last year, Hart eloquently expressed his view on the matter, stating that being an NBA athlete is a privilege, not a right.
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