Ah, the NBA - where unpredictability is part of the charm. Thursday night at Madison Square Garden was no exception, offering fans a spectacle that was as unique as it was unexpected.
The New York Knicks squared off against the Detroit Pistons in what many see as a potential conference finals preview. From the tip-off, it was clear neither team was willing to give an inch.
Enter OG Anunoby, the Knicks forward who found himself in the spotlight for reasons he might not have anticipated. During the second quarter, Anunoby went for a dunk, only to have it thwarted by Cade Cunningham.
The result? A classic wedgie - the ball lodged firmly in the side of the rim.
Legendary commentator Ian Eagle captured the moment perfectly with his trademark enthusiasm: “OH! A DUNK WEDGIE!
THAT DOESN'T HAPPEN VERY OFTEN!”
The crowd and social media erupted. Fans were quick to weigh in on the rare occurrence, with some debating the legality of Cunningham’s block.
"It doesn't happen very often!"
— NBA (@NBA) February 20, 2026
Cade blocks the dunk attempt into the rim for a wedgie 🖐️ pic.twitter.com/AnRdLR3S1n
“A wedgie block is crazy. Cade is doing everything out there,” one fan noted, highlighting the Pistons guard’s all-around effort.
Others humorously pointed out the logistical challenges of removing a wedgie in less glamorous settings, like high school gyms.
Despite the levity, Anunoby's wedgie foreshadowed a tough night for the Knicks. They fell to the Pistons, 126-111, moving their record to 35-21, with a strong 21-8 at home.
Anunoby struggled offensively, posting eight points on 3-of-13 shooting, including a tough 1-of-8 from beyond the arc. However, he did contribute defensively with four blocks.
Jalen Brunson, on the other hand, was a bright spot for the Knicks, pouring in 33 points, grabbing six rebounds, and dishing out eight assists. His performance was marred only by six turnovers, underscoring the high-risk, high-reward nature of his play.
In the world of basketball, where every game can offer something new, this Knicks-Pistons matchup reminded us of the sport’s unpredictability and the joy of witnessing the unexpected.