British / Nigerian · London, England · Born 17 July 1997Elite two-way wing of British-Nigerian heritage whose lockdown defence and evolving scoring made him one of the NBA's most coveted forwards.
Ogugua Anunoby, known as OG Anunoby, was born in London, England on 17 July 1997 to Nigerian parents. One of the NBA's premier defensive wings, Anunoby is a 6ft 7in forward with exceptional length, athleticism and the ability to guard multiple positions. He was selected 23rd overall by the Toronto Raptors in the 2017 NBA Draft and was immediately one of their best defenders despite being a rookie. He improved steadily and became an All-Defensive team selection. He was a key part of Toronto's 2019 championship squad. After years of outstanding defensive performances, his offensive game caught up and he became a reliable 20-point scorer. He was traded to the New York Knicks in January 2024 where he further elevated his offensive output while remaining one of the league's best defenders. Anunoby produced one of the iconic moments of the Knicks' 2026 championship run, his put-back tip-in in the Finals ranking as the third-latest game-winner in Finals play-by-play history behind Michael Jordan in 1997 and Tyrese Haliburton in 2025.
Elite perimeter defense and versatility as a two-way wing player
He is one of very few players in NBA history who are both elite defensive stoppers and reliable 20-point scorers — his combination of lockdown defence and offensive development make him extraordinarily valuable.
Did You Know?How They Played
Two-way wing with lockdown perimeter defense and improved three-point shooting
Lasting Impact
Key contributor to Toronto's 2019 championship, elite 3-and-D wing
Career Honours
- NBA Champion 2019
- All-Defensive First Team 2023
- NBA champion (2026)
- NBA Cup champion (2025)
| Club | Period | Apps | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto Raptors | 2017–2023 | 363 | #3 |
| New York Knicks | 2023–2024 | 570 | #3 |
British / Nigerian Athletes