Who is OG Anunoby? Meet the NBA star who helped Knicks secure greatest Finals comeback of all time

New York Knicks forward Ogugua 'OG' Anunoby delivered a pivotal play in Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals, securing a 107-106 victory over the San Antonio Spurs with a game-sealing tip-in. With 1.2 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter, Anunoby caught a rebound from Jalen Brunson’s missed three-pointer, rising above Spurs defenders to tap the ball into the net, giving the Knicks a one-point lead. The win pushed New York to a 3-1 series advantage in the best-of-seven championship matchup at Madison Square Garden. Born in Harlesden, London, in July 1997 to Nigerian parents, Anunoby moved to Jefferson City, Missouri, at age four. His father, Ogugua Anunoby Sr., was a professor at Oxford Brookes University, and his mother, Grace Okereke, was a Nigerian track athlete who died when he was one year old. His father later passed in 2018, leaving Anunoby to navigate his career without his parents witnessing his NBA success. Anunoby played college basketball at Indiana University from 2015 to 2017 before declaring for the NBA draft after a season-ending knee injury in January 2017. His older brother, Chigbogu, played defensive tackle in the NFL for teams including the Indianapolis Colts and Cleveland Browns before retiring in 2016. Despite personal hardships, Anunoby rose through the NBA, becoming a key player for the Toronto Raptors before joining the Knicks in 2025. The 2026 Finals play cemented Anunoby’s reputation as a clutch performer, particularly in critical moments. He currently remains single, though he sparked brief dating speculation with Olympic gymnast Suni Lee, who clarified their relationship is platonic. Anunoby’s journey—from London to the NBA Finals—reflects resilience, with his tip-in in June 2026 marking one of the most memorable comebacks in NBA history.