Knicks Optimistic OG Anunoby Will Return For Eastern Conference Finals

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 06: OG Anunoby #8 of the New York Knicks reacts after hitting a three point shot in the third quarter against the Phoenix Suns at Madison Square Garden on April 06, 2025 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) Getty Images OG Anunoby participated in parts of practice for the Knicks on Wednesday, and the team is optimistic he will play in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals barring any setbacks, per ESPN’s Shams Charania.

“There is an expectation that he will be able to play in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals,” Charania said on air, per sources. “The expectation and hope is that he will be a go for Game 1. ” Anunoby has been out a week with a tweaked right hamstring suffered in Game 2 against the Philadelphia 76ers on May 6.

The Knicks are awaiting the winner of the series between the Detroit Pistons and Cleveland Cavaliers. Game 5 is set for Wednesday night with the series tied at 2-2. Knicks coach Mike Brown told reporters Anunoby participated in “some parts” of practice on Wednesday.

“When we went live, he didn’t go live,” he said. Anunoby has averaged 21. 4 points and 7.