The Knicks received encouraging news ahead of their matchup against the Utah Jazz, as forward OG Anunoby has been upgraded to questionable on the team’s injury report. Anunoby has been sidelined since Nov. 14 due to a left hamstring strain, missing multiple games and leaving a noticeable void in New York’s defensive identity.

Before the injury, Anunoby was playing at a high level, averaging 15.8 points, 5.6 rebounds, 2.2 assists, and 1.9 steals per game while shooting an efficient 47.6% from the field and 39.2% from beyond the arc.

His ability to defend multiple positions and stretch the floor has made him one of the Knicks’ most valuable two-way contributors since his arrival. Expand Tweet

His upgrade marks the first tangible step toward a possible return, although the Knicks ar

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