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Anunoby is performing at a clip only a few ex-Hoosiers have reached in the NBA Playoffs. In seven games for the New York Knicks, Anunoby is averaging 19 points and 4.7 rebounds. He’s also made 43.8% of his shots, including 39.6% from 3-point range, as well hitting at an 88% clip at the free throw line.
Cunningham, who torched the Knicks in the regular season for over 30 points per game on 50% shooting from both the field and three-point range, struggled under Anunoby’s blanket coverage in the
Anunoby went to the locker room after appearing to be bothered by a hamstring issue during the first quarter and was later spotted back on the bench wearing a wrap on his leg, but he was ultimately cleared to check back in with 4:58 remaining in the first half. His health will be worth monitoring the rest of the way Monday.
OG Anunoby hasn’t just prevented the Celtics from scoring. They’ve avoided taking shots altogether when matched up against him.