OG Anunoby delivered a 33‑point performance and a last‑second tip‑in on June 30 that sealed the Knicks’ biggest comeback in NBA Finals history. The shot, with 1.2 seconds left, turned a 29‑point deficit into a win and set the stage for a championship that ended a 50‑year drought.
What happened?
In Game 4 of the NBA Finals, the Knicks trailed by 29 points before Anunoby ignited a rally. He finished with 33 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists, and his decisive tip‑in with 1.2 seconds on the clock gave New York a 112‑108 victory. The win propelled the Knicks to a 3‑1 series lead and ultimately to their first title since 1973.
Why it matters for OG Anunoby
The shot has already been called “the most iconic in New York basketball” by coach Mike Brown. For Anunoby, a British‑born forward who honed his game at Indiana University, the moment cements his status as a clutch performer on the biggest stage. It also boosts his marketability; the ball used in the game will be auctioned by Sotheby’s on June 30, with analysts estimating a $3 million price tag.
How the auction unfolds
Sports business analyst Darren Rovell announced that Sotheby’s will host the sale, though the house declined to set a firm estimate. Rovell posted on X that the ball could fetch $3 million, citing the shot’s historic weight and the Knicks’ celebrity fan base. Collectors, former players and high‑net‑worth fans are expected to compete for the memorabilia.
What comes next?
The Knicks aim to close out the series in Game 5, while Anunoby looks to add more highlights to his résumé. If the auction proceeds as predicted, the proceeds could fund community programs in New York and support youth basketball initiatives, a cause close to Anunoby’s heart. The outcome will also influence future memorabilia valuations for NBA championship moments.
The historic ball’s sale on June 30 will be a litmus test for the market’s appetite for game‑changing artifacts. Whether the price reaches the $3 million mark or exceeds it, the event underscores how a single play can reshape an athlete’s legacy and the economics of sports collectibles.