Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Grabs nine boards in loss
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Robinson produced eight points (4-5 FG), nine rebounds, two blocks and two steals in 30 minutes during Saturday's 125-108 loss to the Pacers in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
Robinson provided a solid stat line in the loss as the Knicks were eliminated in a 4-2 series loss to Indiana. The big man received an increased role in the series (four starts), averaging 5.7 points, 7.5 rebounds, 1.5 blocks and 1.0 steals while shooting 78.9 percent from the field across 24.7 minutes per game. Robinson missed an extended period at the start of the season after undergoing ankle surgery in May 2024. He is entering the final year of his contract after playing in just 17 regular-season games, finishing with averages of 5.1 points, 5.9 rebounds, 1.1 blocks, 0.9 steals and 0.8 assists across 17.1 minutes per contest.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Sticks in starting lineup
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Robinson totaled six points (3-3 FG, 0-2 FT), six rebounds, two blocks and one steal across 20 minutes during Thursday's 111-94 win over the Pacers in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
Robinson started for the third straight game, although once again failed to play more than 20 minutes. Despite the recent promotion, Robinson's numbers have remained largely underwhelming. In that three-game span, he has averaged 6.0 points, 6.3 rebounds and 1.0 blocks per game. Thursday's victory ensures there will be a Game 6, scheduled for Saturday in Indiana.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Quiet despite starting role
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Robinson accumulated six points (3-4 FG), six rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 29 minutes during Sunday's 106-100 victory over Indiana in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
Robinson replaced Josh Hart in the starting lineup, a move that ultimately led to a much-needed victory. Despite the starting tag, Robinson's production remained somewhat underwhelming. However, his impact on the defensive end helped limit the Pacers to just 100 points, which won't be lost on the coaching staff. The two teams will meet again Tuesday, with New York looking to level the series at 2-2.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Starting Game 3
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Robinson will start Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Pacers on Sunday, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.
The Knicks will change things up for Game 3, with Robinson replacing Josh Hart in the starting lineup. Robinson has provided great minutes for New York throughout the series, averaging 4.0 points and 8.5 rebounds in 25.0 minutes per game through two contests. However, most of his impact, such as creating extra possessions on offense and disrupting shots on the other end, has not shown up in the stat sheet. Robinson should see ample run in Game 3, but it remains to be seen just how much his role will change, considering he played a significant 29 minutes in Game 2.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Could move to starting role
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Robinson could move into a starting role for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Pacers on Sunday, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.
Some of the best moments for the Knicks in this series against the Pacers have come when Robinson is on the floor, and head coach Tom Thibodeau might aim to capitalize on that by starting the big man. It's believed that Robinson would replace Josh Hart, who struggled mightily in Game 2 on Friday, in the starting unit.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Sees 14 minutes in Game 6
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Robinson racked up one point (1-2 FT), four rebounds and one steal in 14 minutes during Friday's 119-81 win over Boston in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.
While his box score won't reflect it, Robinson was a menace on the defensive end Friday. The Knicks are essentially using an eight-man rotation in the playoffs, and that's likely to be the case against Indiana in the Eastern Conference Finals. In 12 postseason games, Robinson holds averages of 4.2 points and 6.8 rebounds in 18.5 minutes.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Pulls down eight boards
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Robinson provided four points (2-2 FG), eight rebounds and two assists over 25 minutes during Monday's 121-113 win over the Celtics in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.
Robinson and Miles McBride are the only reserves to see ample playing time in the postseason, and that could remain the case for the foreseeable future. In 10 postseason games, Robinson averages 4.1 points, 6.5 rebounds and 0.8 steals in 18.6 minutes.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Struggles in win
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Robinson posted three points (3-10 FT) and seven rebounds across 21 minutes during Monday's 108-105 overtime win over the Celtics in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.
Robinson failed to make an impact offensively in Game 1, scoring all three of his points at the free-throw line. The veteran big man did record the third-highest rebound total on the squad behind Karl-Anthony Towns (13) and Josh Hart (11), but he didn't contribute much during this series-opening win on the road.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Scoreless in nine minutes
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Robinson notched zero points (0-1 FG, 0-4 FT) and three rebounds across nine minutes during Sunday's 94-93 win over the Pistons in Game 4 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
Robinson shook off a questionable tag prior to this contest due to an illness, but credit to him for pushing through. Coach Tom Thibodeau is relying heavily on his starting lineup in the postseason, so Robinson hasn't been very involved with 15.8 minutes across four contests.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Good to go Sunday
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Robinson (illness) is available for Sunday's Game 4 against the Pistons, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.
Robinson will shake off a questionable tag due to an illness and suit up Sunday. The 27-year-old big man has averaged 2.7 points, 5.7 rebounds, 1.0 steals and 0.7 blocks across 18.0 minutes per game over three outings in the first round.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Game-time call Sunday
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Robinson (illness), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's Game 4 against the Pistons, will be a game-time decision, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.
Robinson was unable to practice Saturday due to the illness, though head coach Tom Thibodeau said Saturday that the big man should be fine for Game 4, per Ian Begley of SportsNet New York. If the 27-year-old is sidelined Sunday, Precious Achiuwa will likely see an uptick in playing time.
Robinson (illness) is listed as questionable for Sunday's Game 4 against the Pistons.
Robinson was unable to practice Saturday and is now in danger of missing Game 4. If Robinson is downgraded to out Sunday, Precious Achiuwa could receive increased playing time.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Doesn't practice Saturday
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Robinson didn't participate in Saturday's practice due to an illness, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.
Despite missing practice, coach Tom Thibodeau didn't seem concerned about Robinson's availability for Sunday's Game 4 against the Pistons, per James L. Edwards III of The Athletic. Still, it'll be worth monitoring to see if Robinson pops up on the Knicks' official injury report.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Nabs two steals Thursday
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Robinson registered two points (1-3 FG), four rebounds and two steals in 16 minutes during Thursday's 118-116 win over the Pistons in Game 3 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
Robinson saw a slight dip in playing time during Game 3, though he recorded multiple steals for the first time this series. The big man is averaging 2.7 points, 5.7 rebounds and 1.0 steals across 18.0 minutes per game during the first round.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Goes scoreless in loss
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Robinson closed Monday's 100-94 loss to Detroit in Game 2 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs with zero points (0-2 FG), seven rebounds and one assist over 20 minutes.
Outside of doing a decent job crashing the glass Monday, Robinson failed to make a significant impact in Game 2. The veteran big man didn't do much better in Game 1, finishing with six points on three made field goals.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Expected to play
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Robinson (ankle), who missed Sunday's regular-season finale against the Nets, is expected to play in Saturday's Game 1 against the Pistons.
It's been widely assumed that the Knicks sat out most of their rotational players Sunday as a precaution. Robinson is expected to operate as the backup center behind Karl-Anthony Towns in the postseason, with minutes projected in the teens.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Ruled out vs. Brooklyn
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Robinson (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Nets, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.
After nearing a double-double in Friday's loss to the Cavaliers, Robinson won't suit up for the regular-season finale. Precious Achiuwa and P.J. Tucker will likely shoulder the load in the frontcourt in Brooklyn.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Iffy for regular-season finale
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Robinson (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Nets.
Robinson joins OG Anunoby (thumb), Jalen Brunson (ankle), Josh Hart (knee) and Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) as questionable for the regular-season finale. The Knicks are locked into the No. 3 seed, so even if their regulars suit up and play, it's unlikely they'll handle a full workload.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Full stat line in spot start
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Robinson finished Friday's 108-102 loss to Cleveland with eight points (3-4 FG, 2-4 FT), seven rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals in 33 minutes.
Following a one-game absence Thursday against Detroit, Robinson filled in down low for the injured Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) and supplied a full stat line. Towns' absence Friday was likely more of a maintenance day, and Robinson will revert back to the bench once the superstar big man returns. That said, Robinson has averaged 9.7 points, 8.7 rebounds, 1.0 steals and 1.0 blocks in 23.0 minutes while shooting 57.9 percent from the field through three games as a starter this year.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Starting Friday
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Robinson is in the Knicks' starting lineup against the Cavaliers on Friday, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.
Robinson will make his third start of the season due to the absence of Karl-Anthony Towns (knee). Robinson has averaged 4.8 points, 7.4 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.4 blocks over 16.4 minutes per game over his last five outings.
