OG Anunoby's $212.5M Deal: Boosting Knicks' Defense and Scoring with a History of Injuries

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Anunoby averaged 14.7 points and 4.2 rebounds in his combined efforts for the Knicks and Raptors during the regular season.
Anunoby has an extensive injury history, missing over 70 games since his rookie campaign. He missed 27 games with the Knicks last season due to elbow surgery and strained his hamstring in the playoffs.
Anunoby's return to the Knicks is expected to bolster their defensive capabilities and provide additional scoring options.
Anunoby was acquired by the Knicks in January 2024 through a trade that sent RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley to the Toronto Raptors.
In his short tenure with New York, Anunoby helped lead the team to a 12-2 record in the 14 games he played before both he and Julius Randle suffered injuries against the Miami Heat.
OG Anunoby agreed to a 5-year, $212.5 million contract to return to the New York Knicks.
The Knicks finished the regular season and playoffs with a combined record of 27-6 in the games Anunoby played for them.
OG Anunoby's $212.5M Deal: Boosting Knicks' Defense and Scoring with a History of Injuries

OG Anunoby, a premier perimeter defender and quality 3-point shooter, has agreed to a five-year, $212.5 million contract to return to the New York Knicks.

Anunoby was acquired by the Knicks in January 2024 through a trade that sent RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley to the Toronto Raptors. In his short tenure with New York, Anunoby helped lead the team to a 12-2 record in the 14 games he played before both he and Julius Randle suffered injuries against the Miami Heat.

Anunoby averaged 14.7 points and 4.2 rebounds in his combined efforts for the Knicks and Raptors during the regular season, making him a valuable addition to New York's roster.

The Knicks went on to have a successful postseason run, with Anunoby contributing significantly despite being injured for much of it. The team finished the regular season and playoffs with a combined record of 27-6 in the games he played for them.

Anunoby's return to the Knicks is expected to bolster their defensive capabilities and provide additional scoring options, making them a formidable contender in the Eastern Conference next season.

Despite his impressive performance on the court, Anunoby has an extensive injury history, missing over 70 games since his rookie campaign. He missed 27 games with the Knicks last season due to elbow surgery and strained his hamstring in the playoffs.

The Knicks' acquisition of Mikal Bridges from the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday night is also expected to strengthen their lineup, as both Anunoby and Bridges are known for their defensive prowess.

Sources: ESPN, New York Post



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  • It is unclear how much of the Knicks' success in the playoffs can be attributed to Anunoby, given that he was injured for much of it.
  • The article mentions Anunoby's injury history but does not specify which injuries exactly he had.

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    • OG Anunoby carried heavy leverage in negotiations and flexed it before agreeing to the deal.
    • Anunoby has an extensive injury history, missing over 70 games since his rookie campaign.
    • Anunoby missed 27 games with the Knicks last season due to elbow surgery and strained his hamstring in the playoffs.
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  • Unique Points
    • OG Anunoby intends to sign a five-year, $212.5 million contract to return to the New York Knicks.
    • Anunoby was acquired by the Knicks in a trade that sent out RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley.
    • He helped the Knicks go 12-2 in the 14 games he played before both he and Julius Randle suffered injuries against the Miami Heat.
    • Anunoby averaged 14.7 points and 4.2 rebounds in 50 games between the Knicks and Toronto Raptors this past season.
    • He is considered one of the league’s premier perimeter defenders.
    • Anunoby has turned himself into a quality 3-point shooter, hitting 38% of his attempts on more than five of them per game this past season.
    • The Knicks went 27-6 in the regular season and playoffs combined in the games Anunoby played for them.
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    • OG Anunoby signed a 5-year contract worth over $210 million to stay with the New York Knicks.
    • Anunoby led the NBA in steals during the 2022-23 season.
    • Anunoby was injured in Game 7 of Eastern Conference semifinals against Indiana, preventing him from returning to help Knicks secure a win.
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    • Mikal Bridges is being traded from the Brooklyn Nets to the New York Knicks.
    • Bridges averaged 19.6 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 3.6 assists for the Nets last season.
    • The Knicks will send Bojan Bogdanovic, four unprotected first-round picks, a protected first-round pick via Bucks, an unprotected pick swap and a second-rounder to the Nets in exchange for Bridges.
    • Bridges helped the Nets reach the playoffs after being acquired from Phoenix in February 2023.
    • Bridges has never missed a game in his career, playing all 474 games in the NBA and college combined.
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    • The Knicks reached the Eastern Conference semifinals in both seasons since acquiring Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart, and Donte DiVincenzo.
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    • Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart reacted to the news on social media.
    • Anunoby opted out of his previous contract to become a free agent.
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    • OG Anunoby signed a five-year, $212.5 million contract with the Knicks.
    • OG Anunoby carried heavy leverage in negotiations and flexed it before agreeing to the deal.
    • Anunoby has an extensive injury history, missing over 70 games since his rookie campaign.
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