03/19/2024, 1:38 AM
Running with first unit
McBride gets the starting nod as the Knicks go small to combat Golden State's small lineup featuring Draymond Green at center. McBride will start alongside Jalen Brunson, Donte DiVincenzo, Josh Hart and Isaiah Hartenstein on Monday, while Precious Achiuwa remains with the second unit despite OG Anunoby (elbow) being inactive.
03/18/2024, 11:32 PM
Set for multi-game absence
While Anunoby's timeline for a return remains murky, Wojnarowski relays that the forward will likely miss more than just one game while dealing with a flareup of his right elbow injury. At this stage, Anunoby should be viewed as doubtful for the Knicks' next game Thursday in Denver, though head coach Tom Thibodeau said the team received positive news earlier Monday, when an MRI on Anunoby's elbow came back clean, per Marc J. Spears of ESPN.com.
03/18/2024, 3:37 PM
Won't play Monday
Anunoby had played in three consecutive contests after an 18-game absence due to a shoulder injury, but he struggled mightily in his last appearance, totaling just two points (1-8 FG) in 33 minutes. This appears to be a rest day for the veteran forward, but his presence has been vital to the Knicks' success since being acquired. With Anunoby in the lineup, the Knicks are 15-2.