Chris Mannix’s NBA Finals Notes: Mitchell Robinson’s Status, Victor Wembanyama’s Concern
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Key Points:
- Knicks center Mitchell Robinson underwent surgery for a fractured fifth metacarpal in his right hand, raising concerns about his availability and impact as a key physical interior defender against Spurs star Victor Wembanyama.
- Spurs star Victor Wembanyama acknowledged the challenge of moving past their victory over Oklahoma City and emphasized the need for the team to refocus quickly, especially against a rested and in-form Knicks squad on a 10-game winning streak.
- Jordan Clarkson, a former Spurs fan who grew up in San Antonio, reflected on his homecoming and the city's vibrant energy during the Finals, highlighting the matchup between two recent Sixth Man of the Year winners: Clarkson and Spurs' Keldon Johnson.
- The Spurs are restricting ticket sales for the Finals to within a 150-mile radius of Frost Bank Arena and monitoring resale activity to limit Knicks fans' presence, but many New York supporters plan to travel to San Antonio regardless, taking advantage of relatively affordable ticket prices compared to New York.