OG Anunoby isn’t sure what sort of reaction to expect as he prepares for his first game in Toronto since being traded last December, writes Peter Botte of The New York Post. Anunoby was injured when the Knicks traveled to Canada in March, so tonight will mark his official return in front of Raptors fans. Anunoby is putting up career-best scoring numbers in his first full season … [Read more...] about Knicks Notes: Anunoby, Achiuwa, Towns, Payne, Robinson
New York Notes: Finney-Smith, Fernandez, Knicks, Hart
Nets forward Dorian Finney-Smith, who has missed the past four games — and six of the past seven — with a left ankle sprain, will return to action on Sunday vs. Milwaukee, per Brian Lewis of The New York Post. The 31-year-old was able to practice for the second consecutive day on Saturday and is not on the injury report for today’s matinee against the Bucks. “It’s a long … [Read more...] about New York Notes: Finney-Smith, Fernandez, Knicks, Hart
New York Notes: Achiuwa, Brunson, McBride, Thomas, Claxton
Knicks big man Precious Achiuwa made his season debut on Thursday after missing the first 22 games of the season with a hamstring injury. ESPN’s Tim Bontemps first reported (via Twitter) that Achiuwa’s debut was dependent on how warmups went. He ended up playing 12 minutes in a blowout win over Charlotte, finishing with two points and four rebounds. Achiuwa’s return is a boon … [Read more...] about New York Notes: Achiuwa, Brunson, McBride, Thomas, Claxton
Knicks Notes: Anunoby, Towns, Bridges, Brunson, Sims
The Knicks reached four wins in a row on Thursday, due in part to OG Anunoby‘s strong defensive performances. In those games, Anunoby is averaging 2.5 blocks while the Knicks are winning by an average margin of 18.3 points. According to the New York Post’s Peter Botte, Anunoby’s defensive clinics have inspired his teammates. “I think plays like that unite and inspire the team. … [Read more...] about Knicks Notes: Anunoby, Towns, Bridges, Brunson, Sims
And-Ones: China, 2025 Draft, Doncic, Trade Deadline, Trends
The Nets and Suns will play two preseason games in Macao next October, which marks the first time the NBA is playing in China since 2019, Shams Charania of ESPN reports (Twitter link). The NBA later formally announced the decision (Twitter link). “Bringing preseason games to Macao will showcase the excitement of the NBA to fans in one of the world’s emerging hubs for sports,” … [Read more...] about And-Ones: China, 2025 Draft, Doncic, Trade Deadline, Trends