During Wednesday's game against the Chicago Bulls, New York Knicks dynamic guard Josh Hart turned an awkward moment into a memorable and hilarious one. Early in the first quarter, Hart attempted a pass, but the ball went out of bounds and flew into the stands, leaving teammates Isaiah Haltenstein and Jalen Brunson dumbfounded.

Instead of dwelling on the fumble, Hart accepted his mistake with humor. He posted about the fumbled pass on the soccer field on X (the predecessor to Twitter), playfully tagging the Washington Commanders and saying, "Yo, @Commanders, yell at me."

The lighthearted moment eased the tension on the field and paid off. The Knicks shook off their early mistakes and beat the Bulls 116-110 to win their second straight and improve their 19-15 record to a new high.

Julius Randle and Jalen Brunson led the way for New York with 35 and 31 points, respectively. Hardenstein contributed a double-double with 10 points and 20 rebounds, while Hart himself had three points, five rebounds and three assists.

The win over the Bulls carried the Knicks' momentum into their next game, a road trip to the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday.

Hart's turnaround may have been a highlight reel moment, but his impact is what really matters to the Knicks. Hart was acquired from the Portland Trail Blazers midway through last season, and he quickly became a key contributor on both ends of the court. His leadership and defensive prowess played a major role in the team's playoff run, and his play earned him a hefty four-year, $81 million contract extension in the offseason.

Knicks president Leon Rose praised Hart's impact, saying, "Josh's immediate impact on our team last season - both on and off the court - cannot be understated. He added, "The leadership and competitiveness that Josh brings is a great fit with the culture we are building.

Hart's infectious energy and on-court hustle is an invaluable asset to the Knicks, and even his occasional missteps can be turned into positive moments. As the team continues to fight for a playoff spot, Hart's versatility and sense of humor will undoubtedly be invaluable in their pursuit of success.