New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby will be sidelined for Sunday’s Game 4 matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers due to a right hamstring strain, despite earlier indications suggesting he might be available to play.
“He’s out for tonight but he’s the same thing, he’s day-to-day (moving forward),” Knicks head coach Mike Brown said Sunday.
With New York holding a commanding 3-0 advantage in the Eastern Conference semifinals series, the team can afford to take a conservative approach with Anunoby’s injury management.
This marks the second consecutive game Anunoby will miss, as he was also absent during Game 3 when New York secured a 108-94 win in Philadelphia. Sunday’s fourth game will also take place in Philadelphia.
Throughout eight playoff contests this season, the 28-year-old forward has posted impressive numbers, contributing 21.4 points per game along with 7.5 rebounds, 1.9 steals and 1.1 blocks while maintaining exceptional shooting efficiency at 53.8% from beyond the three-point line and 61.9% from the field overall.
