OG Anunoby Injury Status Update for May 8th, 2026
OG Anunoby of the Knicks has been ruled out and will not play today. OG was previously listed as Questionable before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 16th game OG has missed this season.
OG Anunoby Season Averages
OG's absence leaves a significant hole in the Knicks rotation. Across 73 games this season, he's averaging 17.1 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game while playing 33.2 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33.2 | 17.1 | 5.5 | 2.0 | 12.0 |
Knicks Performance With & Without OG Anunoby
The numbers tell a clear story about OG's value to the Knicks. With OG in the lineup this season, the team is 45-21. Without him, they've gone 8-8. The Knicks's net rating is 3.7 points worse per 100 possessions when OG plays, which is a substantial gap. Interestingly, the offense has actually been slightly more efficient without him (116.7 vs 119.1), though that can be a small-sample anomaly.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 45-21 | 8-8 | — |
| Off Rating | 119.1 | 116.7 | -2.4 |
| Def Rating | 112.1 | 113.4 | +1.3 |
| Net Rating | 7.0 | 3.3 | -3.7 |
| PPG | 117.0 | 114.1 | -3.0 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without OG Anunoby?
When OG sits, other Knicks players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Jose Alvarado and Karl-Anthony Towns stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When OG has been out this season, Jose Alvarado has averaged 9.4 more points per game, 5.5 additional field goal attempts and 6.7 extra minutes.
PPG: +9.4 | FGA: +5.5 | MPG: +6.7
When OG has been out this season, Karl-Anthony Towns has averaged 4.5 more points per game and 3.3 additional field goal attempts.
PPG: +4.5 | FGA: +3.3
OG Anunoby Betting Trends
For bettors, OG's absence has historically had a measurable impact on the Knicks's lines and related player props. Here are the most notable trends when OG has been out this season:
💰 Betting Trends (without Anunoby) Mikal Bridges STL OVER: 10-2 (+9.6u, 1.5 / +112 avg. line) Mikal Bridges AST UNDER: 11-3 (+8.1u, 3.8 / -110 avg. line)
We'll continue to monitor OG's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Knicks.