Knicks Mitchell Robinson breaks pinky finger on right hand, no timetable for a return
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Key Points:
- Knicks backup center Mitchell Robinson has broken the pinky finger on his right hand, putting his availability for the upcoming NBA Finals in doubt.
- The specifics of how Robinson was injured and the severity of the break have not been disclosed.
- Robinson is a crucial rim protector and offensive rebounder for the Knicks, averaging 4.2 offensive rebounds per game during the regular season and playing a key role in their playoff rotation.
- Despite a history of injuries, Robinson played in 60 games this season and has been healthy throughout the playoffs, though his minutes have decreased due to opponents' hack-a-Mitch strategy targeting his free-throw shooting.
- Robinson’s potential absence would be a significant setback for the Knicks as they prepare to face physically imposing frontcourts in the Finals, whether against the Spurs or the Thunder.