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Knicks’ OG Anunoby reveals what he’s missed most during injury absence
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New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby received good news when he was cleared to return to the floor ahead of Friday's matchup against the Utah Jazz . Anunoby, who's been sidelined since November 14, had been dealing with a left hamstring injury before he received the green light to return to the floor. New York topped the Jazz — 146-112 — at home.
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After the win, Anunoby shared what it was like to be back in action after a three-week absence, per SNY's X (formerly Twitter).
"It felt good," Anunoby said. "I missed playing with my teammates — I missed the fans. I missed it. It was really fun, playing."
OG Anunoby finished with 11 points on 4-of-8 attempts in 23 minutes for the Knicks . Jalen Brunson 's 33 points led seven Knicks players in double figures, including Miles McBride (22 points), Karl-Anthony Towns (18 points, nine rebounds), and Jordan Clarkson (16 points). New York has won six of its last seven outings.
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The Knicks also jumped out to a 23-0 lead over the Jazz, which is the largest lead to start a game since the NBA began keeping detailed play-by-play in 1997.
Karl-Anthony Towns praises Jalen Brunson after a Knicks win
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Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns talked about Jalen Brunson's impact and how it opens up opportunities for his teammates. Towns explained how Brunson makes a difference , following KAT's 35 points in the Knicks' 119-104 win against the Hornets.
"You've got one of the best players in the NBA like JB," Towns said. "The gravity he attracts allows us to have a chance to do something special."
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The Knicks improved to a 15-7 record — they're 7-3 in their last 10 games and have the second-best record in the Eastern Conference. The Knicks will host the Magic on Saturday.
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