OG Anunoby invited to throw first pitch by Jose Reyes as Mets fan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 1:08 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
OG Anunoby, forward for the New York Knicks, revealed his lifelong support for the New York Mets. He shared his childhood fandom that included favorite players like Carlos Delgado and José Reyes. Reyes publicly invited Anunoby to Citi Field to throw a ceremonial first pitch. Anunoby recently starred in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, adding to his popularity among both Knicks and Mets fans. His performance has placed him in contention for the Finals MVP award as the series continues.
- •Anunoby has been a key player in the 2026 NBA Finals.
- •He revealed his long-time Mets fandom in a social media post.
- •José Reyes invited Anunoby to pitch at Citi Field.
- •Anunoby averaged 23.8 points in the Finals so far.
- •Knicks are in a pivotal series against the Spurs.
- 1:08 PMYahoo Sports — New York Knicks’ OG Anunoby reveals he’s a lifelong Mets fan, invited for first pitch by Jose Reyes
"OG Anunoby may be a New York Knicks hero, but his ties to the city go beyond basketball and straight into the heart of Mets fandom. The Knicks forward has been one of the defining players of the 2026 NBA Finals, and his Game 4 heroics against the San Antonio Spurs only made him more beloved around the city.
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