The New York Knicks were one of the more heartwarming stories of the 2024-25 season. After a strong last year and an incredible offseason, hopes were high for the Knicks, and the team delivered spectacularly. Reaching the Conference Finals for the first time this century, they knocked off the defending champions, the Boston Celtics, in the process.
And thanks to the glamour of the New York franchise and Madison Square Garden, each playoff game became a celebrity row extravaganza. In particular, artistic gymnast and Olympic gold medalist Suni Lee became the talk of the town, especially as it pertains to a particular fan favorite, OG Anunoby.
Suni Lee Has a Hilarious Reaction to Hearing OG Anunoby’s Name
Anunoby arrived at the Knicks as part of a trade midway through the 2022-23 season. His relentless work ethic, hustle, and defensive tenacity made him a hit among the fans right from the outset. In his two seasons, he’s been a key component to New York’s resurgence.
However, over the last few months, fans have been clamoring for some other news on the Anunoby front – his relationship status with the two-time Olympic gold medalist. It all began thanks to a spectacular showing from Anunoby in April.
Going up against the Phoenix Suns, the former Toronto Raptors star exploded for a 32-point outing where he hit six triples and had a 19-point third quarter. The social media fanbase immediately started linking the two, with many memes flying about.
During an appearance at a Fanatics Fest in the city, she was asked about what drew her to the Knicks and the product they were putting on display. As she began to answer, a fan from the crowd shouted, “OG,” leading to laughter all around.
Fan: “OG!”
Suni Lee: “Outta pocket.” 💀
(via @FiresideKnicks, @FanaticsFest)pic.twitter.com/MwRy0yTZfN
— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) June 21, 2025
Even Lee had to fight back a giggle before responding, “Outta pocket.” However, she did clarify the reason for her fandom for the Knickerbockers. “The Knicks fans are just so passionate. Everybody there is just so excited to watch and cheer for them.”
Suni Lee on what keeps her coming to the Garden and Knick fans w @LetsTalkKnicks_ & @AKnicksWorld pic.twitter.com/d51H2cdvx0
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During the playoffs, she became a mainstay on celebrity row, with Anunoby’s teammate, Josh Hart, even urging the fanbase on social media to hope that she made an appearance during their run. Thankfully, she obliged.
While it didn’t result in another spectacular outing, the rumors, as evidenced by that fan’s shouting, have persisted. Neither party has come out and offered any conclusive statement. But, for the sake of the Knicks and the results it produced, the fanbase has to be hoping Lee becomes a constant figure in the crowd.
