Age, Biography & Wiki
OG Anunoby, full name Ogugua Anunoby Jr., was born on July 17, 1997, in London, England, making him a 27-year-old professional basketball player. He currently plays as a small forward for the New York Knicks in the NBA, after starting his career with the Toronto Raptors. Anunoby has gained recognition for his defensive skills and versatility on the court, standing out as a two-way player. His official Wikipedia page is available and provides a comprehensive overview of his career timeline, from his early years in London to his current status as an NBA athlete.
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Date of Birth | 17 July 1997 |
Age | 28 Years |
Birth Place | London, England |
Horoscope | Cancer |
Country | England |
Height, Weight & Measurements
- Weight: Commonly listed between 231 and 240 lbs (105–109 kg), depending on the source, but most recent NBA listings cite 240 lbs
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Weight | 240 lbs |
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Dating & Relationship Status
Public information about OG Anunoby’s dating life or relationship status is limited. Anunoby is known for his reserved personality and prefers to keep his private life out of the spotlight. There are no confirmed reports or official statements regarding his current partner or dating history.
His father, Ogugua Sr. (1952–2018), taught as a professor in England at the time. His mother, Grace Ndidi Okereke, was a track and field athlete who competed at a national level for Nigeria and died of cancer when Anunoby was one year old. At the age of four, Anunoby moved with his family to the U.S. and settled in Jefferson City, Missouri, where his father was a professor of finance at Lincoln University. His older brother, Chigbo, played in the NFL for the Cleveland Browns, Tennessee Titans, and Minnesota Vikings before expressing interest in entering medical school (he ultimately did not attend). Anunoby played football when he was young, but stopped around the age of eight to focus more on basketball because of his height.
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Net Worth
OG Anunoby maintains an active presence on Instagram under the handle oanunoby. His social media content typically features highlights from his games, behind-the-scenes moments, and interactions with fans. He is not known for sharing extensive personal details or engaging heavily in public social media discourse.
Education
Anunoby played college basketball at Indiana, where he developed his skills before declaring for the NBA Draft. His time at Indiana University helped him gain visibility among NBA scouts, leading to his selection in the first round of the 2017 NBA Draft by the Toronto Raptors.
Ogugua "OG" Anunoby Jr. (born 17 July 1997) is a British professional basketball player for the New York Knicks of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He played college basketball for the Indiana Hoosiers. He won an NBA championship with the Toronto Raptors in 2019 and led the league in steals while being named to his first NBA All-Defensive Team in 2023.
Anunoby played for Jefferson City High School. During his senior season, he averaged 19.1 points and 8.6 rebounds per game and was named a finalist for Mr Basketball in the state of Missouri. In October 2014, Anunoby chose to attend Indiana University over Georgia, Iowa, George Mason, and Ole Miss.