This upcoming release marks one of those rare occasions where the public has an opportunity to get their hands on a piece of player exclusive footwear. OG Anunoby is getting a special player-exclusive release with Skechers, as the SKX Nexus “NYC Blue” PE is set for a limited early pre-order. Skechers continues its push into performance basketball with the SKX Nexus line, and this Knicks-inspired PE leans directly into New York identity with a bold “NYC Blue” base and orange accents. Drop Details Why It Matters This isn’t a general…
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OG Anunoby Gives Skechers Its First NBA Champion
The sneaker industry has a new milestone to celebrate. Following the New York Knicks’ championship-clinching victory over the San Antonio Spurs, OG Anunoby became the first player in NBA history to win an NBA championship while representing Skechers Basketball. For a brand that only entered the performance basketball space in recent years, the achievement marks a significant moment in its evolution. Skechers has worked aggressively to establish itself as a legitimate player in the basketball market, signing NBA talent and investing heavily in performance footwear. Anunoby’s championship run provided the…
Read MoreKnicks Make History: New York Rallies From 29 Down to Seize Control of NBA Finals
Image via the NBA For nearly two quarters, it looked like the San Antonio Spurs were on their way to evening the NBA Finals. Then the New York Knicks authored a comeback for the ages. Facing a 29-point deficit and a stunned Madison Square Garden crowd, the Knicks stormed back to defeat the Spurs 107-106 in Game 4 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday night. The victory not only gave New York a commanding 3-1 series lead, but it also marked the largest comeback in NBA Finals history. The Spurs…
Read MoreSpurs Save Season, Defeat Knicks 115-111 in Critical Game 3
The NBA Finals are officially back on. Facing the daunting prospect of a 3-0 series deficit, the San Antonio Spurs responded with the urgency expected of a championship contender, defeating the New York Knicks 115-111 in Game 3 , ending the Knicks 13-game postseason winning streak and keep their title hopes alive. When it was needed most, Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle both bounced back from previous sub par outings. Wembanyama led the Spurs with 32 points on 11-18 from the floor, to go along with 8 rebounds , 3…
Read MoreRaptors Anunoby to miss Blazers game with eye contusion
The Toronto Raptors announced small OG Anunoby will miss the team’s Wednesday game against the Portland Trail Blazers. Anunoby suffered an eye contusion in the team’s last game against the Los Angeles Clippers when former teammates Kawhi Leonard inadvertently poked him in the eye whilst the two were jockeying for position. Anunoby saw an eye specialist in Los Angeles but no timetable has been given for his return. Through the 10 games, Anunoby is averaging 11.7 points, 5.6 rebounds and 1.8 assists and 30 minutes per game.
Read MoreOG Anunoby out for Game 1
Per Tim Bontemps , Nick Nurse announced that Toronto Raptors forward OG Anunoby will be out for Game 1 of the NBA Finals. The plan, however, is to activate him for Game 2. Anunoby has not played since the April 12 regular season finale due to having to undergo an emergency appendectomy.
Read MoreRaptors’ OG Anunoby out two weeks
The Toronto Raptors lineup just took a big blow. Small forward OG Anunoby is out for two weeks , according to The Athletic and Stadium’s Shams Charania. Anunoby underwent emergency appendectomy following a diagnosis of acute appendicitis.
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