New York Knicks guard Jose Alvarado recently revealed his daughters' hilarious campaign to name their newborn baby brother after his teammate, star forward OG Anunoby. The adorable family debate, shared on social media, shows Anunoby's massive popularity in New York after his legendary playoff performance helped end the city's 53-year championship drought. The Knicks' recent form is strong, with four wins in their last five games including a 94-90 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on June 14.
Alvarado posted a video where one of his daughters can be heard insisting they call the new baby "OG Anunoby." Alvarado responded, "That's not his name," but the little girl was not convinced. Her sister quickly backed her up, telling their dad, "That's not fair. Why can't we call him OG Anunoby?" It's clear the Alvarado household has a favorite Knicks player who isn't their father. This lighthearted moment offers a glimpse into how deeply players can connect with the community, especially the youngest fans.
Anunoby's status as a New York hero was cemented during the 2026 NBA Playoffs. He made one of the most famous plays in Finals history, scoring a game-winning tip-in with just 1.2 seconds left in Game 4 against the San Antonio Spurs. That bucket gave the Knicks a dramatic 107-106 win and a commanding 3-1 series lead. It capped an unbelievable 29-point comeback in that game. His clutch play was a major reason the Knicks won the championship in five games. There are likely a few babies in the city already named after him.
Acquired from the New Orleans Pelicans in February, Alvarado provided valuable energy off the bench throughout the postseason. In the five-game Finals series against the Spurs, he averaged 4.2 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game. His defensive pressure and hustle were constant sparks for the team. His contributions were rewarded in July with a three-year, $14.38 million contract extension to stay with the Knicks.
The team is riding high from their title and maintaining good form. Their last five results show a 4-1 record (WWLWW), and they are currently on a two-game winning streak. Key victories in that stretch include the 94-90 win over San Antonio on June 14 and a 107-106 thriller against the same opponent on June 11. They also beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 130-93 on May 26 in the Eastern Conference Finals. This strong run builds excitement for the defense of their title next season. The team's schedule and upcoming challenges can be followed via our schedule page.
