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OG Anunoby excited to play in his first NBA Finals with Knicks

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 3:03 AM

Last updated Jun 3, 2026

OG Anunoby excited to play in his first NBA Finals with Knicks
Summary

OG Anunoby is set to participate in the NBA Finals for the first time as the New York Knicks face the San Antonio Spurs. After missing the Finals in the 2018-19 season due to injury, Anunoby returns healthy and ready to contribute. He has been valuable since his return during the playoffs, and his defensive skills will be crucial in guarding Spurs star Victor Wembanyama. Anunoby expressed his growth as a player and his excitement about this opportunity ahead of Game 1.

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  • •Anunoby missed the 2019 Finals but won a championship with the Raptors.
  • •The Knicks will play against the Spurs in the NBA Finals.
  • •Anunoby returned from injury during the 2026 Playoffs.
  • •His defensive ability is key for guarding Victor Wembanyama.
  • •He aims to showcase his development as a player in the Finals.
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  • 3:03 AMYahoo Sports — OG Anunoby is glad to be back and finally playing in the NBA Finals after seven years
What they're saying
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OG Anunoby could not play the last time he was in the NBA Finals, but he is finally getting his opportunity.

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Golden State WarriorsNew York KnicksSan Antonio SpursToronto RaptorsNBABasketball

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