New York Knicks fans got some great news when it came to OG Anunoby's availability for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
With all the momentum the Knicks have had over the past two weeks, they head into the 2026 edition of the East Finals with only one obvious question: When will forward OG Anunoby be available to play? He missed the final two games of their four-game sweep over the Philadelphia 76ers. But they will definitely need him for their upcoming series against the Detroit Pistons or Cleveland Cavaliers.
Well, fans got an update on his availability on Wednesday, and it's very positive. During a press conference with the NYC media, Knicks head coach Mike Brown revealed that Anunoby participated in "parts" of practice today.
Does this mean he'll be in uniform for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals? not necessarily. But prospects continue to improve. Anunoby suffered a hamstring strain late in Game 2 of the 76ers series. However, after being evaluated, reports emerged that New York was optimistic he could return to face Philly.
But because the Knicks played so well in Game 3, they decided to be cautious again and sat him in Game 4 as well. As fans know, it all worked out, and they didn't need Anunoby to blast through Philly and into the Conference Finals.
The series between the Cavaliers and Pistons is tied at 2-2. Knicks supporters won't mind if the series lasts seven games and the East Finals begin next week. This will give Anunoby more time to rest and make his availability in Game 1 much more likely.
