Toronto Raptors, small forward OG Anunoby, is being linked with the New York Knicks. The rumors suggest that the two teams are working to get the deal done, which would see Anunoby playing for the Knicks next season. This is not the first time the Knicks have tried to land Anunoby in New York; it has been a continuous and prolonged effort; they have been trying to get it done for a year now.
The Knicks have what it needs to sign OG Anunoby, they probably have much more than that. The Raptors’ would also like to get the deal done because Anunoby’s contract will expire in 2024, and he will become a free agent then. Here is all you need to know about the trade deal between the New York Knicks and the Toronto Raptors involving OG Anunoby!
What would the Knicks offer for OG Anunoby?
Bleacher Reports’ Dan Favale has reported that Knicks might offer Evan Fournier, Quentin Grimes, and three of their draft picks in the coming years in exchange for the Raptors’ small forward. The deal might look questionable to the fans, but the Knicks can save their extra assets for future trades and the departure of Grimes’. The arrival of DiVincenzo is surely going to affect Grimes’ game time, and it’s well and good for both the player and the team that he leaves.
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How can the Knicks lineup with OG Anunoby?
Anunoby can step onto the field with Jalen Brunson, Mitchell Robinson, RJ Barrett, and Julius Randle alongside him if the Knicks succeed in getting him into their roster. The combination can prove deadly, and the last year’s Eastern Conference semifinalists might make it to the finals and can eventually clinch the title.
Pascal Siakam and OG Anunoby have been mentioned in trade talks all over the place.
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OG Anunoby: Contract and performance last season
Anunoby signed a 4-year long contract extension worth $72M which would expire next year. He played 67 games last season and averaged 16.8 points, 5 rebounds, and 2 assists per game last season. His shooting was brilliant as well.
If this deal goes through, it’d be great for the Knicks, but the Raptors are yet to decide if they want to trade the star or not. We’ll keep you updated!
