WARNING SIGNS: OG Anunoby’s Absence FORCES New York Knicks’ Roster WEAKNESSES Into Spotlight

New York Knicks face roster questions as OG Anunoby’s absence exposes defensive gaps—can this team truly contend for an NBA title? Gavin Schall and Kris Pursiainen examine how the Knicks’ lack of wing depth and reliance on Anunoby have shifted the squad’s defensive identity, especially against physical opponents like the Orlando Magic. The duo analyzes recent struggles, highlighting the impact of injuries to key defenders and three-point shooters, and raises provocative questions about the team’s construction and championship viability. Comparisons to elite NBA teams such as the Oklahoma City Thunder and Houston Rockets reveal how rookie contracts and draft strategy help create flexible, resilient rosters with better injury insulation. The conversation explores potential pivots and trade targets, like Tyrese Martin, that could fill voids left by injuries. Is New York’s current path sustainable, or must the front office retool to keep pace with deeper, more adaptable rivals? Want to talk hoops with us? Join us on Subtext! 📲 https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonknicks Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOKnicks?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! DoorDash Next time someone goes off for 50, use promo code NBA50 the next day to get 50% off on DoorDash with DashPass — plus your shot at the Bag Drop. DashPass members only. 50% off up to $10 the day after a 50-point game with promo code. Terms apply. No Purchase Necessary. Ends April 13th. Open to U.S. residents 21 or older. Visit https://DoorDashInYourBag.com for full details. DoorDash — In your bag all season long. DripDrop Stock up now before the heat hits hard — and keep your body and mind performing at their best with DripDrop. Right now, DripDrop is offering podcast listeners 20% off your first order. Go to dripdrop.com and use promo code LOCKEDONNBA. Wayfair Don’t miss out on early Black Friday deals. Head to Wayfair.com now to shop Wayfair’s Black Friday sale for up to 70% off. Gusto Gusto is the all-in-one, remote-friendly payroll and HR platform. Try Gusto today at https://gusto.com/lockedonNBA and get three months free when you run your first payroll. Robinhood You expect more from yourself. Expect more from your money. Get started today at robinhood.com/yourmoney. Your money. Your move. All investments involve risk, including loss of principal. Options, futures, and crypto trading carry significant risk and may not suit all investors. Securities offered through Robinhood Financial LLC, member SIPC. Futures trading is offered by Robinhood Derivatives, LLC and not SPIC or FDIC protected. Crypto offered through Robinhood Crypto, LLC (NMLS ID 1702840), not FDIC or SIPC protected. Portfolio management offered by Robinhood Strategies, an SEC-registered advisor. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Right now, new customers can bet just FIVE dollars and if your bet wins—you’ll get THREE HUNDRED dollars in bonus bets to use across the app. Download the FanDuel app now by visiting https://FanDuel.com to get started FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Knicks #NewYorkKnicks #NBA Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.