Knicks’ OG Anunoby nearing return, listed as questionable against Bulls

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A day after finding out that Julius Randle will be having season-ending surgery, the Knicks had a positive injury development, with OG Anunoby being upgraded to questionable for Friday’s game against the Bulls in Chicago, per the NBA injury report.

Anunoby, who has been dealing with right elbow tendinopathy after returning from minor elbow surgery, last played on March 16.

He has played just three games since Jan. 27 due to elbow issues.

“OG is doing well,” head coach Tom Thibodeau said before Thursday’s game. “He’s getting closer. We’re cautiously optimistic about that one.”

Thibodeau said on Thursday that Anunoby had been cleared for contact and was participating 5-on-5 during practice.

Since joining the Knicks earlier this season via trade from the Toronto Raptors, Anunoby has averaged 14.5 points and 4.9 rebounds in 17 games.

While Anunoby’s stats don’t jump off the page, his impact defensively and his ability to spread the floor on offense has been enormous.

Once Anunoby returns, the Knicks will be as close to full strength as they’re going to get as they look to improve their position in the Eastern Conference with the playoffs nearing.

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Author : SNY

Publish date : 2024-04-05 18:30:40

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