OG Anunoby appears in line for Eastern Conference finals Game 1 return: ‘Getting better each day’
OG Anunoby is showing signs of recovery and may return for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals. He has practiced fully for two consecutive days and feels positive about his progress. The Knicks are optimistic about his return, as he has been a key player during the playoffs.
- ▪Anunoby has been practicing fully and is able to sprint, indicating improvement in his recovery.
- ▪He suffered a mild right hamstring strain during the Eastern Conference semifinal series against the 76ers.
- ▪At the time of his injury, Anunoby was averaging 21.4 points and shooting 53.8 percent from three-point range in the playoffs.
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NBA OG Anunoby appears in line for Eastern Conference finals Game 1 return: ‘Getting better each day’ By Zach Braziller Published May 16, 2026, 3:51 p.m. ET OG Anunoby appears to be ready for the Eastern Conference finals. For the second straight day, he practiced fully, and while the standout two-way wing wouldn’t guarantee he would be available for Game 1 on Tuesday against either the Cavaliers or the Pistons, it sure sounds that will be the case. For starters, he is able to sprint. “Getting better each day,” Anunoby said after Saturday’s practice, which included some full-contact work. “Feel good today.” Anunoby suffered a mild right hamstring strain late in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinal series against the 76ers.
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