Why New York Knicks star Josh Hart has vowed to ‘put the wine down’

Josh Hart suddenly remembers that he still has to play basketball for the New York Knicks.

The 2025-26 New York Knicks roster forever etched their name into franchise history after leading the team to the NBA Championship.

While Jalen Brunson was the out-and-out superstar of the Knicks, players like Josh Hart also played a crucial role in the championship run.

As the Knicks ended a 53-year NBA Championship drought, it’s obvious that players are still in celebration mode. But it’s time for them to lock back in.

Josh Hart promises to give up on wine after learning the upcoming NBA season is near

Right now, the NBA is in the middle of the offseason. Of course, this is a time when players tend to enjoy themselves. Be it by going on vacation or drinking wine at home.

Hart seemingly falls into the latter category, but the Knicks veteran was quickly reminded that the new NBA season isn’t as far as it may seem.

After a fan pointed out that the Knicks’ training camp is nearly two months away, Hart promised to give up on the wine and pick up a basketball.

This is to ensure that Hart enters the new season in top shape as the Knicks will hope to defend their NBA Championship during the 2026-27 campaign.

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