Josh Hart action on the first anniversary of the stunning Luka Doncic trade

Josh Hart had a unique attitude to share on the one-year anniversary Luka Dončić trade after New York Knicks vs. Los Angeles Lakers match on Sunday night.

It’s been exactly one year since the Lakers traded Doncic to the Dallas Mavericks, as the trade fell through after Los Angeles beat New York last season. They pulled the deal by sending Anthony Davis, Max Christie and a first-round pick in exchange.

This move stunned the entire basketball world and continues to amaze fans and players to this day. As for Hart, he had a witty statement on his thoughts on the anniversary of the landmark trade.

“One thing I’m mad about that day is that it didn’t happen sooner because Max Christie gave us 15 and we lost,” Hart said.

Josh Hart was asked about the anniversary of the Luka Doncic trade:

“One thing I’m mad about that day is that it didn’t happen sooner because Max Christie gave us 15 and we lost” 😂 pic.twitter.com/k2vbjesjAc

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As Josh Hart, the Knicks played against the Lakers

Josh Hart and the Knicks got compensation for last season’s loss, defeating the Lakers 112-100 at home this time.

Los Angeles played well throughout the first half, leading 56-52 at halftime. However, the team stumbled in the final 24 minutes of regulation, seeing New York outscore them 60-44 in the second half.

Six players scored in double figures for New York in the win, including Hart. He finished with 20 points, four rebounds, two assists and one block. He shot 8-of-11 from the field, including 3-of-4 from beyond the arc. OG Anunobi led the team with 25 points and eight rebounds. Next is Landry Shamet with 23 points and three rebounds, Jalen Branson with 12 points and 13 assists, Karl Anthony Towns with 11 points and 13 rebounds, while Mikal Bridges recorded 10 points and two assists.

New York improved to a 31-18 record on the season, holding second place in the Eastern Conference standings. They are tied with the Boston Celtics for second place while trailing the Detroit Pistons by 5.5 games.

With six straight wins, the Knicks will be looking forward to their next game. They’ll be on the road when they take on the Washington Wizards on February 3rd at 7pm ET.