OG Anunoby is playing out of his mind right now—and his teammates are taking notice.

After the New York Knicks absolutely crushed the Philadelphia 76ers 137-98 in Game 1 of their second-round playoff series on Monday, star guard Jalen Brunson had nothing but high praise for his forward. The win wasn't just another victory; it marked the Knicks' third straight playoff game won by at least 25 points, following their historic close-out performance against the Atlanta Hawks.

While Anunoby has always been known for his lockdown defense, his offensive game has reached a new level this postseason. Brunson couldn't hide his excitement. "The way he's been able to create space, the way he's been attacking... just playing really aggressive. Playing downhill and he's creating havoc and making good decisions," Brunson said after the game.

Hearing that kind of praise from your team's leader? That's gold. And what Brunson didn't even mention is how hot Anunoby has been from deep. Through seven playoff games, he's shooting a blistering 59 percent from three-point range and 64 percent from the field, averaging 21 points per game—a solid 4.3-point jump from his regular-season numbers.

In the playoffs, it's always exciting when a star player elevates their game. But when a key supporting piece does the same? That's what turns a good team into a championship contender. For the Knicks, Anunoby's rise could be exactly what they need to make a serious run at the NBA Finals this June.