Knicks’ trade for OG Anunoby proves crucial in playoff run
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 9:47 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The New York Knicks' acquisition of OG Anunoby from the Toronto Raptors in December 2023 is pivotal as they reach the NBA Finals. Anunoby, who has become a defensive and scoring asset, complements stars Jalen Brunson and Julius Randle. His versatility is critical against the San Antonio Spurs' Victor Wembanyama. Anunoby excels in all aspects, ranking high in scoring and rebounding while significantly impacting defensive matchups. His performance underlines the risk taken by Knicks president Leon Rose, trading key players RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley for Anunoby, who is now a cornerstone for the franchise.
- •Knicks traded RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley for OG Anunoby in December 2023.
- •Anunoby ranks second in scoring and third in rebounding for the Knicks this postseason.
- •His defensive versatility has been key against top scoring opponents.
- •The Knicks aim for their first NBA championship since 1973.
- •Anunoby signed a five-year, $212.5 million contract after the trade.
- 9:47 PMYahoo Sports — As Wembanyama and Spurs await, Knicks’ 2023 trade for OG Anunoby looms larger than ever
"NEW YORK — Knicks president Leon Rose took a calculated risk. It was December of 2023, and an ascendant Knicks core was only eight months removed from the franchise’s first playoff-series victory in a decade. But to achieve a higher ceiling, the Knicks needed a go-to defensive stopper. They needed a third scoring option who could better complement Jalen Brunson and Julius Randle. They needed ...
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