By Johnny Askounis/ info@eurohoops.net
New York Knicks guard Josh Hart has purchased a stake in Italian club Napoli, moving from NBA champion to team owner.
Though financial terms remain private, the agreement marks the 31-year-old’s largest private business venture yet and earns him a spot on the board of directors.
“I’ve always wanted to be a part owner of a franchise,” the Maryland native shared with Sportico. “And now, my 10th year in the NBA, I feel like I’ve grown my brand to where I wanted to be, and now it’s about taking the next step. For me, that next step is obviously in sports ownership.”
“Josh is an underdog guy,” owner Rizzetta told Front Office Sports. “He’s a champion who is a rags to riches story. And the New York to Naples connection is really important to us.”
Official announcements on Friday weeks of rumors. Earlier this month, Hart admitted to holding discussions with president Matt Rizzetta since the summer, noting his frequent trips to Naples and the Amalfi Coast.
Hart joined a group that already counts Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal among its backers. His involvement has been confirmed amid a strong stretch on the court to open the 2026–27 continental and domestic schedules. Napoli holds a 6–1 in Italy’s Serie A Sisal Club Regular Season, while carrying a 7–0 tally in Group C of the BKT EuroCup Regular Season. Moving forward, they are expected to enter the EuroLeague next year with a three-year license.
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