OG Anunoby hamstring out; Knicks/Wolves risers emerge
Key Questions
What injury did OG Anunoby suffer?
OG Anunoby suffered a hamstring strain in Game 2. He is likely out for Games 3 and 4 against the PHI 76ers.
Will OG Anunoby play in Game 3?
Anunoby is officially questionable for Game 3 after the hamstring injury in the waning moments of Game 2. Knicks fans are fearing the worst, but clarification is pending.
Who benefits from OG Anunoby's injury on the Knicks?
Miles McBride could start, with increased minutes and usage for Strus, Shannon (23% USG), and Harper. This boosts their value amid rotation changes.
What are the fantasy basketball impacts of Anunoby's absence?
Anunoby's injury opens doors for elite fantasy replacements on the Knicks. Players like McBride and others see rises in fantasy value for pick'em and edges.
What is the latest update on OG Anunoby's status?
The Knicks received indifferent news on Anunoby, who scored 24 points in Game 2 before the injury. He is iffy for Game 3, prompting concerns among fans.
Hamstring strain Q/iffy for G3 (positive 'amazing news' vs fan fear/out G3/G4+) + Hart thumb Q boosts McBride start/Strus/Shannon (23%usg)/Harper mins/usage for Underdog pick'em/BB edges amid rotations vs PHI.