The New York Knicks are gearing up for Thursday's clash against the Detroit Pistons at Madison Square Garden, and they're almost back to full strength. The only player still sidelined is guard Miles McBride, who’s recovering from surgery for a core muscle injury. But there's good news: OG Anunoby is set to make his return after missing the last four games before the All-Star break.
Anunoby's absence was due to a rather unusual injury-a toenail avulsion, which left him dealing with pain in his right foot. Despite this odd setback, Anunoby is ready to hit the court.
"OG says he's ready to play tomorrow," reported Stefan Bondy of the New York Post. "He's getting better.
His toenail hasn't grown back yet, however, and he doesn't know why it was ripped off."
For those unfamiliar, a toenail avulsion can occur from "intense trauma or injury," often linked to tight footwear and the repetitive jumping and landing that basketball players endure. As one of the Knicks' defensive stalwarts, Anunoby is frequently tasked with guarding top opponents. The big question now is how he'll perform without one of his toenails-a challenge New York is eager to tackle head-on.