Braylon Mullins loses ESPY Award for Play of the Year to OG Anunoby

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Braylon Mullins loses ESPY Award for Play of the Year to OG Anunoby
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Braylon Mullins of UConn was nominated for the ESPY Award for Play of the Year but lost to OG Anunoby. Mullins' nomination came from his game-winning 3-point shot against Duke on March 29, securing a place in the Final Four. Anunoby's tip-in came during Game 4 of the NBA Finals as the New York Knicks faced the San Antonio Spurs. The Knicks eventually went on to win the NBA championship. Additional nominees included athletes from hockey and football.

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  • Mullins scored a game-winning shot against Duke.
  • Anunoby's tip-in secured a crucial playoff win for the Knicks.
  • The Knicks won the NBA championship following Anunoby's play.
  • Other nominees included hockey players and a football quarterback.
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OG Anunoby's tip-in for the New York Knicks in Game 4 of the NBA Finals won the ESPY for Play of the Year, topping Mullins' game-winning shot against Duke.

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