Anunoby (toe) is officially questionable for Thursday's game against the Pistons, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.
Anunoby told reporters during Wednesday's practice that he'd play against Detroit, but the Knicks appear to want the veteran forward to test out his toe injury before giving him the green light. With Anunoby at least looking to be on the right side of the questionable tag, Landry Shamet would likely have the most to lose from a fantasy standpoint Thursday.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Will return Thursday
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Anunoby (toe) said he will play Thursday against Detroit, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.
Anunoby missed the final four games before the All-Star break, but he fully practiced Wednesday without any issues. For what it's worth, there was no mention of any restrictions for Thursday either.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Considered day-to-day
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Head coach Mike Brown said Wednesday that Anunoby (toe) is day-to-day entering the All-Star break, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.
Anunoby has already been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup with Philadelphia, which marked his fourth straight absence due to a toe injury. While Brown didn't establish a specific timetable for Anunoby's return, the veteran wing's day-to-day status bodes well for his post-All-Star break availability. The Knicks face Detroit on Feb. 19.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Out again Wednesday
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Anunoby (toe) will miss Wednesday's game against the 76ers.
Anunoby will be sidelined for a fourth straight game Wednesday. He'll get some time to rest up during the All-Star break with a possible return Feb. 19 against the Pistons. Landry Shamet should draw another start in Anunoby's absence.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Ruled out Tuesday
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Anunoby (toe) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Indiana, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.
Anunoby will miss a third straight game due to toe soreness in his right foot, and his final opportunity to suit up before the All-Star break will come Wednesday against Philadelphia. With the 28-year-old forward sidelined, Landry Shamet and Mohamed Diawara are candidates to see a bump in minutes.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Iffy for Tuesday
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Anunoby (toe) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Pacers.
Anunoby is in danger of missing his third straight game while managing right toe soreness. In the five contests prior to being sidelined, the wing averaged 22.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 2.0 steals while shooting 55.8 percent from the field and 45.9 percent from beyond the arc. If Anunoby remains out Tuesday, rookie Mohamed Diawara is likely to see an uptick in playing time.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Won't play Sunday
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Anunoby (toe) will not play Sunday against the Celtics, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.
Anunoby missed Friday's loss to Detroit due to toe soreness in his right foot, and now he'll be sidelined for a second straight game. With Anunoby out, the Knicks are likely to use a committee approach to soak up his minutes.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Tabbed questionable
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Anunoby (toe) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Celtics.
Anunoby missed Friday's loss to Detroit due to toe soreness in his right foot, and his availability is up in the air for Sunday's matchup with Boston. Mohamed Diawara drew the start Friday in place of Anunoby, and Diawara would likely remain in the first unit if Anunoby can't play Sunday.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Not playing Friday
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Anunoby (toe) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Pistons, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.
Anunoby was initially listed as probable for Friday's contest due to right toe soreness, but his injury status was downgraded to questionable before the veteran forward was ruled out. Mohamed Diawara will start for the Knicks in Anunoby's absence, and the latter's next chance to play is Sunday against the Pistons.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Downgraded to questionable
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Anunoby (toe) has been downgraded to questionable for Friday's game against the Pistons
Anunoby was initially listed as probable for Friday's contest, so the downgrade casts some doubt on his availability. If he's unable to play, it would mark his first missed game since Dec. 23. With Karl-Anthony Towns (eye) doubtful and Jose Alvarado (recently traded) and Miles McBride (abdomen) unavailable, Landry Shamet, Jordan Clarkson and Tyler Kolek are all candidates for expanded offensive roles, especially if Anunoby gets ruled out or has limitations Friday.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Expected to play Friday
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Anunoby is probable for Friday's game against the Pistons due to right toe soreness.
Anunoby hasn't sat out since Dec. 23 and is on track to play Friday. Over his last seven appearances, the two-way forward has averaged 21.7 points, 5.4 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 2.0 steals and 3.1 three-pointers in 34.6 minutes per game while shooting a scorching 50.0 percent from three-point land.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Hits for 20 in Wednesday's win
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Anunoby logged 20 points (7-17 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds and four assists over 48 minutes during Wednesday's 134-127 double-overtime victory over the Nuggets.
The 28-year-old forward continues to be dialed in. Anunoby has drained multiple three-pointers in seven straight games and scored at least 20 points five times during that heater, during which he has averaged 21.7 points, 5.4 boards, 3.1 threes, 3.0 assists and 2.0 steals while shooting 58.6 percent from the floor and a blistering 50.0 percent from long distance.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Paces New York in win
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Anunoby closed with 25 points (9-15 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 3-4 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and three steals in 34 minutes during Sunday's 112-100 victory over the Lakers.
Anunoby was efficient and effective across the board, leading the Knicks with 25 points while also pacing all players with three steals. The wing entered the game averaging 17.7 points, 5.4 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.7 steals over his previous 15 appearances, with Sunday marking the fifth time this season he's reached the 25-point mark.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Notches 15 points in win
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Anunoby accumulated 15 points (5-7 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and two steals in 32 minutes during Tuesday's 103-87 win over the Kings.
The Knicks are going to be shorthanded Wednesday night against Toronto, as Josh Hart (ankle) is questionable and Mitchell Robinson and Miles McBride are being held out for injury management. Despite averaging 32.8 minutes across 36 appearances, Anunoby is showing no signs of slowing down and may see increased usage Wednesday.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Efficient performance in victory
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Anunoby finished Saturday's 112-109 win over the 76ers with 23 points (10-15 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and two steals over 36 minutes.
Anunoby scored 10 of his 23 points in the second quarter and finished as the Knicks' second-leading scorer behind Jalen Brunson (31 points). Anunoby has scored 20-plus points in five of his last nine outings, and over that span he has averaged 17.4 points, 5.7 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.4 threes and 1.2 steals over 33.9 minutes per game while connecting on 50.5 percent of his field-goal attempts.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Nets 21 points with four swipes
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Anunoby chipped in 21 points (6-17 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 8-10 FT), eight rebounds, five assists and three steals in 39 minutes during Saturday's 106-99 loss to the Suns.
The 28-year-old forward did a good job of making life miserable for Dillon Brooks in this one, helping hold him to just five points on 2-of-13 shooting. Anunoby is having a fantastic season in New York, posting averages of 16.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.9 triples, 1.7 steals and 0.7 blocks per game.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Matches team high with 25 points
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Anunoby had 25 points (10-20 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-5 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal in 37 minutes during Thursday's 126-113 loss to Golden State.
Anunoby saw a decent boost in usage in the absence of Jalen Brunson (ankle), which could increase his fantasy value for as long as Brunson is out. Across eight outings during January, Anunoby has averaged 17.8 points, 5.4 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.1 steals in 33.7 minutes per game.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Goes for 20 in win
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Anunoby had 20 points (8-10 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and one steal over 32 minutes during Wednesday's 123-111 victory over the Clippers.
Anunoby logged his eighth 20-point game of the season on terrific efficiency, and he continues to be a big part of the Knicks' offense. In his last 15 appearances, Anunoby is averaging 14.9 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 1.7 steals, 0.8 blocks and 1.5 threes across 33.5 minutes.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Trio of threes in loss
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Anunoby posted 19 points (6-11 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, six assists, one block and one steal in 37 minutes during Saturday's 130-119 loss to Philadelphia.
Anunoby topped his season averages in points, rebounds and assists Saturday, though his production wasn't enough to lift New York to a win. The wing knocked down three triples for the ninth time this season after entering the game averaging 2.0 made threes per contest, but his outside shooting has been inconsistent overall. Through 25 games, Anunoby is shooting 35.1 percent from deep, his lowest mark since the 2018-19 season.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Double-doubles in loss
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Anunoby logged 19 points (5-13 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 8-10 FT), 10 rebounds, two steals and one assist in 35 minutes during Friday's 111-99 loss to the Hawks.
The Knicks shot just 21.4 percent from beyond the arc as a team, and Anunoby didn't help that number with a lackluster shooting performance of his own. He has been cold from three-point range of late, shooting just 23.6 percent from downtown over his last 10 appearances. On a more positive note, he still finished as New York's second-leading scorer and grabbed 10 rebounds, securing his third double-double in his last four appearances.
