Nov 20, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (8) against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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New York Knicks star forward OG Anunoby officially has a new shoe deal. It was announced Thursday that Anunoby has signed a shoe deal with Skechers ahead of the 2025-26 season.

Knicks’ OG Anunoby signs shoe deal with Skechers

Anunoby had previously been with Nike throughout his career and has now made the transition over to Skechers. He is currently the only Knick with Skechers, though former Knick Julius Randle also has a deal with them.

Jan 15, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George (8) looses control of the ball in front of New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (8) during the third quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
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“Skechers has helped me continue to play basketball at an elite level and I love these shoes,” said Anunoby to Skechers. “I play quick and low to the court. I jump and move a lot. Skechers has the shoe to keep me comfortable, keep me protected and keep me playing my best every day.”

Other NBA players who have a deal with Skechers include his former teammate Norman Powell as well as 2023 MVP Joel Embiid. Anunoby has been with the Knicks since Dec. 2023 and will flash a new shoe style on the court this fall.

Anunoby is a critical part of the Knicks’ core

Anunoby is going to be a crucial part of what the Knicks hope is a successful season in 2025. Last season, he set a new career-high in points per game with 18.0 and shot 37.2% from three-point range.

Dec 11, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (8) watches his three point shot against the Atlanta Hawks during the third quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

His defense is what makes him so valuable, as he is one of the top wing defenders in the NBA as a whole. For his career, he averages 1.3 steals and 0.6 blocks, and has been known to be capable of guarding opposing teams’ best players.

The Knicks are expected to be title contenders next season, and Anunoby will be a big part of their core.

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