The New York Knicks hit the ground running early in NBA trade season, striking a deal for Toronto Raptors forward OG Anunoby last week. The deal, which also sent Precious Achiuwa to New York in exchange for RJ Barrett, Malachi Flynn, Immanuel Quickley and a second-round pick, brought in a player who Tom Thibodeau feels could fill a major need.
Ahead of Monday’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Knicks coach spoke about the trade for Anunoby, explicitly highlighting the team’s desire to improve defensively.
“We feel like we’re scoring plenty, but we have to shore up our defense,” Thibodeau said, per The Athletic’s Fred Katz.
