OG Anunoby made sure the Greek Freak was rendered relatively ordinary when the Milwaukee Bucks faced his New York Knicks on Friday night. Drawing Giannis Anteto

OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges took on the assignments of primarily guarding Milwaukee’s two scoring leaders — Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard.

Giannis Antetokounmpo is frustrated. The signs are visible, from how long he took to address the media postgame to the way he’s speaking about his teammates after a 116-94 dismantling at the hands of the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Friday.

New York hasn't dominated at a high level to this point in the 2024 season, but is still pleased with how their top wing defender has looked.

OG Anunoby was the primary defender on Giannis Antetokounmpo and slowed down the two-time MVP, leading to a dominant Knicks win on Friday night.

Aggressiveness, calculated risk, whatever you want to call it, Anunoby has earned the benefit of the doubt. Through five games, and especially in the three victories, he’s again demonstrated the defensive versatility and instincts that compelled the Knicks to hand him the richest contract in franchise history at $212.5 million.

D espite a 3-4 record, the New York Knicks have positive vibes, especially regarding OG Anunoby's elite defensive skills. Following the Knicks 128-98 victory over the Detroit Pist

The New York Knicks could part ways with star OG Anunoby less than a full season from acquiring him in favor of a blockbuster trade for a Milwaukee Bucks superstar.