New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson has sustained a broken pinkie finger on his right hand. This injury comes just days before the NBA Finals, as reported by Shams Charania from ESPN. Currently, there is no estimated timeline for Robinson’s return to the court.
Knicks’ Recent Achievements
The Knicks recently celebrated a significant victory, completing a four-game sweep of the Cleveland Cavaliers. This win marked their first appearance in the NBA Finals since 1999. On his last game, Robinson played for 18 minutes, contributing eight points and ten rebounds to the team’s success.
Upcoming Finals Details
New York is set to face the winner of the Western Conference Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs. The NBA Finals are scheduled to start on Wednesday.
Mitchell Robinson’s Performance Stats
Throughout the regular season, Robinson averaged:
- 5.7 points
- 8.8 rebounds
- 1.2 blocks in 19.6 minutes per game
During the playoffs, his averages have slightly changed to:
- 5.3 points
- 5.5 rebounds
- 0.6 blocks in 14.2 minutes per game
Robinson has played a vital role as a bench player, particularly when fellow big man Karl-Anthony Towns encounters foul issues. However, he has faced difficulties at the free-throw line, making only 13 out of 43 attempts (30.2%).
The Knicks will need to adapt to Robinson’s absence as they prepare for the finals, hoping to capitalize on their remarkable playoff journey.
