The New York Knicks will face the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday at Crypto.com Arena. Both OG Anunoby and Mitchell Robinson are listed as questionable on the Knicks’ injury report. Anunoby is nursing a left thumb sprain, while Robinson is recovering from a left ankle injury.
Here’s the latest update on Anunoby and Robinson’s injuries and their playing statuses against the Lakers.

OG Anunoby injury status vs. Lakers

Anunoby has dealt with multiple injuries this season. Despite that, he played in the Knicks’ last six games after returning from a foot sprain, posting averages of 17.0 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 2.7 assists on 44/37/82 shooting splits.

Following the Knicks’ 114-102 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday, Anunoby was added to the injury report with a thumb sprain. His questionable designation suggests he’s feeling discomfort but could still suit up against the Lakers.

Robinson recently made his season debut after undergoing multiple ankle surgeries. The center has played in New York’s last three games, averaging 5.0 points and 4.0 rebounds while shooting 63.6% in 13.7 minutes per game. His questionable tag indicates the Knicks are carefully managing his minutes, though he’s likely to have a chance to play on Thursday.

Karl-Anthony Towns returns

Karl-Anthony Towns will be available for the Knicks after missing Tuesday’s game due to personal reasons.

The Knicks have struggled since the All-Star break, going 4-3 and sliding to third place in the Eastern Conference with a 40-21 record, 3.5 games behind the Boston Celtics.

Meanwhile, the Lakers have thrived since acquiring Luka Doncic, going 8-2. They rank 11th in offense, third in defense, and sixth in net rating (8.1) during this stretch, tying the Denver Nuggets for second place in the Western Conference.

Knicks injury report

Precious Achiuwa: Questionable – Left Hamstring Tightness

OG Anunoby: Questionable – Left Thumb Sprain

Pacome Dadiet: Questionable – G League Assignment

Ariel Hukporti: Out – Left Knee Meniscus Surgery