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Kenny Smith mistakenly calls Josh Hart 'Jason Hart' during Game 3 broadcast

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 5:51 AM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Kenny Smith mistakenly calls Josh Hart 'Jason Hart' during Game 3 broadcast

Summary

During Game 3 of the NBA Finals on June 5, Kenny Smith misnamed New York Knicks guard Josh Hart as 'Jason Hart' while commenting on the game at Madison Square Garden. This error occurred as the San Antonio Spurs led with a score of 24-13 in the first quarter. The mix-up quickly gained attention on social media, and was even echoed by a referee during a technical foul call related to Hart. The Spurs eventually won the game, ending the Knicks' 13-game win streak with a score of 115-111. Game 4 is scheduled for Wednesday at Madison Square Garden.

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By the Numbers

•Kenny Smith called Josh Hart 'Jason Hart' during the broadcast.
•The Spurs led the game 24-13 in the first quarter.
•San Antonio defeated New York 115-111, halting their 13-game win streak.
•Victor Wembanyama scored 32 points for the Spurs.
•Game 4 will be held Wednesday at Madison Square Garden.

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5:51 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Get These Dudes Off My Screen’ — NBA World Reacts to Kenny ‘The Jet’ Smith’s Major Josh Hart Mistake in Game 3 of Finals

What they're saying

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There have been plenty of memorable on-air moments over the years, and Kenny Smith’s latest slip-up during the Game 3 Finals continued to add to the list. During the San Antonio Spurs’ road win over the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Monday night, Smith tripped over Josh Hart’s name in the first quarter.
— Yahoo Sports

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