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The Knicks might have dodged a major bullet with OG Anunoby’s recent injury scare.
ESPN’s Shams Charania revealed on Thursday that the forward, who has been the standout player for the Knicks this postseason, is dealing with a right hamstring strain and is currently considered day-to-day. His participation in Friday’s Game 3 remains uncertain.
The incident occurred during the Knicks’ 108-102 victory over the 76ers on Wednesday night, when Anunoby was seen limping while making a cut to the basket with about three minutes remaining.
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He struggled through one defensive play before Knicks coach Mike Brown opted to substitute him with Miles McBride.
The 28-year-old Anunoby, known for his defensive prowess, has been impressive this postseason, averaging 21.3 points per game and hitting 53.8 percent of his 3-point attempts.
Brown said after the game that he noticed Anunoby “hopping” on the court, but did not have any further details.
McBride is expected to get a majority of the minutes while Anuboby is sidelined.
“He’s one of the best two-way players in the league, and it’s tough to replace that,” McBride said. “You don’t replace it with one guy. Everybody’s going to have to step up.”
The Knicks are up 2-0 over the rival 76ers with the series shifting to Philadelphia on Friday night.
They have won five straight dating back to the Hawks series, but will have to continue that momentum without Anunoby.