Mike Brown couldn’t hide his admiration for OG Anunoby after the New York Knicks opened the 2025-26 season with a statement win over the Cleveland Cavaliers .

“OG was a monster… he was our defensive player of the game,” Brown said postgame. “He guarded multiple guys tonight, and his energy on both ends set the tone for us.”

Anunoby was indeed everywhere, finishing with 24 points and 14 rebounds in a dominant two-way performance that powered the Knicks to a 119-111 victory over the Cavs on Wednesday night.

His defensive versatility was key in containing Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland down the stretch, while his rebounding activity created multiple second-chance opportunities for New York.

The night marked a new era for the Knicks, their first game under Mike Brown after th

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