OG Anunoby can become an unrestricted free agent this offseason if he declines his 2024-25 player option. The NBA champion, who was traded by the Toronto Raptors to the New York Knicks, left Klutch Sports Group for CAA last offseason, and according to Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports, Anunoby could take a contract discount to stay with the Knicks.
“Anunoby held meetings with several agencies this past offseason when he decided to leave Klutch Sports, telling potential representation he was interested in a larger offensive role that would be commensurate with a salary figure in the ballpark of $40 million in average annual value, league sources told Yahoo Sports,” Fischer wrote. “However, Anunoby did leave those potential agents with the impression he would be willing to accept a smaller figure if he were to have landed in New York, sources said. And it’s relevant to note the Indiana product did ultimately sign with CAA, which has deep connections to New York leadership.”
Anunoby’s player option for next season is worth $19.9 million. The swingman signed a four-year, $72 million extension with the Raptors in December 2020.
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In his Knicks debut against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Anunoby finished with 17 points, six rebounds and two steals in 35 minutes while shooting 7-of-12 from the field and 3-of-6 from beyond the arc. The Knicks beat the Timberwolves by six points to improve to 18-15 on the season.
One of the best defenders in the NBA, Anunoby is averaging 15.2 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.1 steals and 0.5 blocks this season. The All-NBA defender is shooting 49.2% from the floor, 37.9% from 3 and 71.7% from the foul line.
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Anunoby is making $18.6 million this season. It will be fascinating to see if the Indiana product re-signs with the Knicks or joins another team after this season ends.
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