Overview
- Anunoby, who took part in parts of practice on Wednesday, is expected to play in Game 1 barring setbacks, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.
- Head coach Mike Brown said Anunoby skipped the live scrimmage and that the medical staff will determine when he advances.
- The Knicks’ sweep of the 76ers gave Anunoby at least seven and up to eleven days of recovery before the conference finals, which could start Sunday or Tuesday depending on Cavaliers–Pistons.
- Before the injury, Anunoby averaged 21.4 points and 7.5 rebounds on 61.9% shooting, making his two-way presence key against either Detroit’s or Cleveland’s top wings.
- His return would likely move Miles McBride back to a bench role and cut Landry Shamet’s recent minutes after their strong fill-in performances.