The New York Knicks have dodged a major bullet. OG Anunoby, the team's versatile forward and defensive anchor, has been diagnosed with a strained right hamstring, but initial concerns of a more severe injury have been alleviated. According to a source familiar with the situation, Anunoby is listed as questionable for Game 3 against the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday and is considered day to day.

The injury occurred late in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals on Wednesday, when Anunoby signaled to exit the game after appearing to tweak his leg. He retreated to the locker room and did not return to the bench, leaving fans uneasy as the Knicks secured a 108-102 victory to take a commanding 2-0 series lead. The team has not officially commented, but the update—first reported by ESPN—offers a sigh of relief in the Big Apple.

Anunoby was in the midst of another standout performance, pouring in 24 points and showcasing the two-way brilliance that has defined his postseason run. Through the playoffs, he's averaging 21.4 points per game on scorching 61.9% shooting from the field and 53.8% from beyond the arc. At 6-foot-7, he's not just a scoring threat but the Knicks' premier defender, making his availability critical as the series shifts to Philadelphia.

This isn't uncharted territory for the 26-year-old. Two years ago, in the second round against Indiana, Anunoby suffered a hamstring injury with the Knicks holding a 2-0 lead. He missed the next four games and managed only a few minutes in Game 7 as the Pacers rallied to win the series. The Knicks will be hoping history doesn't repeat itself, but for now, they're breathing easier knowing the injury isn't as dire as it could have been.