Anunoby had 25 points (10-17 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 4-5 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and two steals in 39 minutes before fouling out of Friday's 124-122 win over Brooklyn.
Anunoby matched his best scoring mark of the campaign, and the veteran forward accomplished that by attempting a season-high 17 shots -- a direct result of the absence of Karl-Anthony Towns (knee). Anunoby reached the 20-point mark for the fifth time this season, and while these scoring exploits boost his fantasy upside, he's a reliable fantasy contributor due to his all-around package rather than just his scoring prowess. He's averaging 19.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, 2.9 assists and a combined 2.4 steals-plus-blocks per game in November.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Drops team-high 24 on Sixers
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Anunoby provided 24 points (11-16 FG, 2-4 3Pt), six rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 41 minutes during Tuesday's 111-99 win over the 76ers.
The 27-year-old forward led the Knicks in scoring on a night when all five of the team's starters hit for at least 14 points. Anunoby has found a groove early in the season, topping 20 points in four of the last six contests and averaging 20.0 points, 5.3 boards, 3.3 assists, 2.8 threes, 1.7 steals and 0.8 blocks over that stretch while shooting 52.4 percent from the floor and 48.6 percent from beyond the arc.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Erupts for 25 points
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Anunoby posted 25 points (9-14 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, two assists and two steals over 36 minutes during Sunday's 132-121 loss to the Pacers.
Anunoby's 25 points were a new season-high mark, as his strong play in November continued. Over his last five outings, the forward has posted averages of 19.2 points, 5.2 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.8 steals and 3.0 three-pointers. He's been red hot from beyond the arc, hitting 48.4 percent of his attempts in that stretch.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: All-around production in win
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Anunoby chipped in 14 points (4-12 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 5-6 FT), six rebounds, five assists, two blocks and three steals over 32 minutes during Friday's 116-94 victory over the Bucks.
Anunoby did a little bit of everything but really made his mark defensively, notching a season-high three steals while blocking multiple shots for the second time over eight games. He's also recorded a season-high six rebounds in three consecutive contests and scored in double figures in seven straight. Friday marked only the second time Anunoby has dished out at least five assists this season. While Anunoby's offensive numbers are expected to take a hit playing for the new-look Knicks, the veteran can still be a viable fantasy option because of his defensive prowess.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Efficient from deep in defeat
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Anunoby totaled 21 points (7-14 FG, 5-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT), six rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal over 40 minutes during Monday's 109-97 loss to the Rockets.
The 27-year-old finished as the Knicks' second-highest scorer behind Jalen Brunson (29) in the loss. Moreover, Anunoby displayed his value as a three-and-D specialist, racking up three steals-plus-blocks and draining a season-high five threes on six attempts. The forward continues to stuff the stat sheet, and he has shot an extremely efficient 44.8 percent from downtown through six regular-season outings.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Records season-high 21 points
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Anunoby registered 21 points (8-15 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, six assists and two steals over 33 minutes during Friday's 128-98 win over Detroit.
With Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges on the roster, Anunoby isn't typically asked to score in bunches. However, Anunoby's efficient shooting helped him record a season-high 21 points in Friday's blowout win. Across his first five appearances this season, the 27-year-old forward is averaging 13.0 points, 3.6 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.6 steals in 35.0 minutes.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Active two-way performance in loss
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Anunoby logged 15 points (7-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 0-1 FT), two rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals over 37 minutes during Monday's 110-104 loss to the Cavaliers.
Anunoby was active on both ends of the floor Monday, taking a season-high 13 field-goal attempts. He also set season highs in steals and blocks in the loss. It's been a relatively underwhelming start for both the Knicks and Anunoby, but he'll eventually shoot better than 16.7 percent from distance.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Expected to play against Washington
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Anunoby (rest) is expected to play in Friday's preseason game versus the Wizards, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.
Anunoby is expected to suit up Friday alongside the rest of the Knicks' typical starters. However, it would be surprising for Anunoby to receive a full workload.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Sitting out Tuesday
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Anunoby won't play in Tuesday's preseason game against the Hornets, Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com reports.
Anunoby hasn't suffered any injury but will sit out Tuesday's contest alongside the rest of the Knicks' starters. Anunoby's next chance to suit up will be Friday's preseason finale versus Washington.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Healthy heading into camp
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Anunoby (hamstring) is healthy ahead of training camp, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Anunoby suffered a hamstring injury during the Knicks' postseason run and missed four straight contests before admirably trying to play in a Game 7 loss to the Pacers. However, the veteran did not look like himself and lasted only five minutes before getting subbed out. The offseason has treated Anunoby well from a health and financial standpoint. He's expected to be full go at training camp and inked a five-year $212.5 million extension. The Knicks made a splash by signing Mikal Bridges this offseason, plus Anunoby and Jalen Brunson (hand) are healthy following an injury-riddled postseason, but it's not all blue skies in New York. Isaiah Hartenstein left for Oklahoma City, Mitchell Robinson (ankle) won't be ready until December or January and Julius Randle is still rehabbing from shoulder surgery ahead of training camp.
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OG Anunoby: To sign five-year extension with NY
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Anunoby (hamstring) intends to ink a five-year, $212.5 million contract extension with the Knicks, which includes a player option and trade kicker, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.
Anunoby's extension comes in the wake of the Knicks trading for Mikal Bridges, giving the team an excellent wing tandem heading into 2024-25. Anunoby was injured for much of his Knicks tenure last season, but he averaged 14.7 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 1.5 steals and 1.0 blocks across 36.2 minutes during his 31 regular-season and playoff games, minus his five-minute final appearance in Game 7 of the second round against Indiana. His role should remain similar this upcoming season, especially with Julius Randle presumably returning healthy in addition to Bridges' addition.
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OG Anunoby: Declines player option Monday
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Anunoby (hamstring) declined his $19.9 million player option for 2024-25 on Monday and will become an unrestricted free agent, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.
It was inevitable that Anunoby would decline his player option, as he has a reported market value of around $35 million-plus per year going into free agency, which starts June 30. The 26-year-old has proven his worth as a solid wing defender and three-point shooter, but his injury history is another factor teams will consider before making him an offer. Anunoby was traded from the Raptors to the Knicks on Dec. 30, and he averaged 14.1 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.7 steals, 1.5 assists and 1.0 blocks across 34.9 minutes in 23 regular-season appearances for New York.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Unlikely to return Sunday
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Anunoby (hamstring) won't return to Sunday's Game 7 against the Pacers, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.
Smith and ESPN's broadcast said Anunoby, who started in his return from a four-game absence and scored five points in five minutes before exiting, won't return Sunday. However, Fred Katz of The Athletic relays that the Knicks haven't officially ruled Anunoby out yet. Miles McBride started the second half in place of Anunoby.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Will start Sunday
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Anunoby (hamstring) is active and will start Sunday's Game 7 against the Pacers, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.
Anunoby will return to action for the decisive Game 7 after missing the previous four matchups due to a left hamstring strain. Josh Hart is also available despite suffering an abdominal strain during Game 6. Anunoby had 28 points (10-19 FG) in 28 minutes during Game 2 before suffering the injury, but he'll likely face some limitations Sunday.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: On track to play
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Anunoby, who's officially listed as questionable due to a left hamstring strain, is on course to play in Sunday's Game 7 against Indiana, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.
The Knicks could have Anunoby, who's missed the last four games, and Josh Hart (abdomen) available for the deciding Game 7. While the pair are trending toward playing, their availability won't be made official until closer to the 3:30 ET tip. If Anunoby goes, Precious Achiuwa would likely see less work and Jericho Sims could be pushed out of the rotation. Considering Anunoby hasn't played since May 8, he could be under a minutes restriction Sunday.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Upgraded to questionable
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Anunoby (hamstring) has been upgraded to questionable for Sunday's Game 7 against the Pacers.
The questionable tag is all there is to work with right now in terms of specifics, but New York fans will be thrilled that there's a chance Anunoby is able play for the first time since Game 2. There should be additional clarity on Anunoby's status following the Sunday morning shootaround.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Ruled out for Game 6
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Anunoby (hamstring) has been ruled out Friday for Game 6 in the Knicks' Eastern Conference semifinal round series with the Pacers, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.
As expected, Anunoby won't be available for Game 6, and considering he's still been limited to light on-court work since straining his hamstring in Game 2, it's unlikely he would be available for Game 7, if necessary. Miles McBride, Precious Achiuwa and Alec Burks will help pick up the slack in Anunoby's absence.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Likely out for Game 6
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Anunoby (hamstring) is expected to remain out Friday for the Knicks' Game 6 matchup with the Pacers in the Eastern Conference Semifinals but may return to the lineup thereafter, Brian Windhorst reported Wednesday on ESPN's "Get Up" program. "He's out of the pool and doing some court work for the Knicks," Windhorst said of Anunoby. "If the Knicks advance, the fact that he's already out there on the court and doing some light work makes it a possibility that the Knicks could see him in the Eastern Conference Finals should they get one more victory."
Anunoby sounds unlikely to return to action for a potential Game 7 on Sunday if the Pacers were to extend the series with a win Friday, but the 26-year-old looks like he could be ready to go for the start of a conference finals series with the Celtics or Cavaliers if his hamstring responds well to on-court work. After Precious Achiuwa had started in place of Anunoby in Games 3 and 4, Miles McBride entered the starting five for the Knicks' Game 5 win as part of a small-ball lineup.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Likely out for remainder of series
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Anunoby (hamstring) is targeting a return for the Eastern Conference Finals, per Chris Haynes on TNT's NBA Tip-Off broadcast.
Anunoby is already set to miss his third straight game Tuesday due to a left hamstring strain and now appears likely to miss the remainder of the series against Indiana. If the Knicks are able to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals, Anunoby should reclaim his starting spot. However, Miles McBride and Precious Achiuwa will likely continue to receive increased playing time in his absence.
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Knicks' OG Anunoby: Progressing in recovery
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Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau said that Anunoby (hamstring) -- who remains out for Tuesday's Game 5 matchup with the Pacers in the Eastern Conference semifinal round, has been getting in some "light work on the court," Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Anunoby will miss his third straight game due to a left hamstring strain. While the 26-year-old forward is progressing in his recovery, his status for Game 6 on Friday is in doubt.
