OG Anunoby, Knicks and Celtics
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New York, 52 years since their last NBA title, are now one game away from ending defending champion the Celtics’ season.
The New York Knicks nearly received a jolt from OG Anunoby in Game 2 of their Eastern Conference playoff series.
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Soy Fútbol on MSNHow OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges Have Transformed the Knicks into True Title ContendersWith elite perimeter defense from OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges, the New York Knicks are dominating the Celtics and edging closer to their first Eastern Conference Finals appearance in 25 years.
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.
In Game 1, Jayson Tatum offered a bad (for him) 23 points on disappointing (for anyone) 30.4 percent shooting from the floor. Often guarded by Anunoby, the Knicks' best defender broke down how he made life tough for Tatum.