Who is Sophie Cunningham’s favorite Knicks star? Fever guard reveals her pick ahead of Game 3 | NBA News
Sophie Cunningham’s favorite Knicks player might not be the first name most fans expect. As the New York Knicks inch closer to ending a 27-year championship drought, attention around the NBA Finals has stretched well beyond New York and San Antonio. Players across the basketball world have been glued to the matchup, and the Indiana Fever guard is no exception.As the Knicks carrys a commanding 2-0 lead into Game 3 at Madison Square Garden, conversations about the series have gone beyond scores and highlight plays. Fans, analysts, and fellow athletes are weighing in on the players driving New York’s remarkable postseason run. Cunningham recently joined that discussion, offering a candid answer when asked about her favorite player on the Knicks roster.
Sophie Cunningham reveals her favorite Knicks player ahead of Game 3
During a recent episode of her Show Me Something podcast, Cunningham spoke openly about the Finals and the players she has enjoyed watching throughout New York’s playoff push.She admitted there were reasons to appreciate what San Antonio has built, especially with Victor Wembanyama’s emergence and Gregg Popovich’s continued influence. Yet several personal connections on the Knicks roster kept pulling her attention toward New York.Jalen Brunson’s leadership, OG Anunoby’s contributions, Mikal Bridges’ friendship dating back to his Phoenix Suns days, Landry Shamet’s role throughout the postseason, and even Jordan Clarkson’s Missouri ties all earned mentions.“I think that Josh Hart might be one of my favorite teammates,” Cunningham said. “Like, he has no ego. He just does whatever the team needs. And, like, he’s a fun dude. Like, he brings the vibes, and I appreciate that.”The praise carried weight coming from Cunningham, who understands the importance of chemistry inside a winning team. Her comments focused less on Hart’s production and more on the qualities that often hold championship groups together.
Josh Hart’s playoff stats
New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (Image via Getty)
Across 16 playoff games this year, the versatile guard has averaged 10.2 points, 8.9 rebounds, and 4.6 assists while filling whatever role the Knicks require on a given night. Against Atlanta, he contributed across every category. During the Eastern Conference Finals against Cleveland, he delivered scoring when New York needed it most.
| Date | Opponent | MIN | PTS | FG | 3PT | FT | REB | AST | STL | BLK | TO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 6 | @ Spurs | 18 | 0 | 0-4 | 0-2 | 0-0 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Jun 4 | @ Spurs | 27 | 3 | 1-5 | 0-3 | 1-1 | 15 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| May 26 | @ Cavaliers | 24 | 6 | 2-5 | 1-3 | 1-2 | 11 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| May 24 | @ Cavaliers | 35 | 12 | 5-12 | 2-7 | 0-0 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| May 22 | vs Cavaliers | 33 | 26 | 10-21 | 5-11 | 1-2 | 4 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| May 20 | vs Cavaliers | 30 | 13 | 5-11 | 1-5 | 2-2 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| May 11 | @ 76ers | 29 | 17 | 6-10 | 4-6 | 1-1 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| May 9 | @ 76ers | 40 | 12 | 6-12 | 0-4 | 0-2 | 11 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| May 7 | vs 76ers | 44 | 5 | 2-6 | 1-5 | 0-0 | 7 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| May 5 | vs 76ers | 26 | 8 | 3-7 | 1-2 | 1-2 | 8 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
Regular Season Averages
| MIN | PTS | FG% | 3PT% | FT% | REB | AST | STL | BLK | TO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30.2 | 12.0 | 50.8 | 41.3 | 72.0 | 7.4 | 4.8 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 1.9 |
His impact was especially noticeable in Game 1 of the Finals. With Wembanyama frequently assigned to defend him, Hart avoided forcing difficult shots and instead focused on movement, cutting through the defense and pulling the Spurs’ star center away from the basket. The strategy helped create space for teammates while limiting San Antonio’s defensive advantages.
