New York Knicks backup center Mitchell Robinson is expected to be available for Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday night despite suffering a fractured fifth metacarpal in his right hand at home and undergoing surgery to repair the injury [1, 2]. Robinson participated fully in Tuesday’s open practice, performing light shooting and dribbling drills while wearing a protective wrap on his injured hand [2].
Robinson is currently listed as questionable for the season’s first Finals game between the Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs, but his active participation in practice signals the team’s confidence in his ability to contribute on the court [2].
Robinson has appeared in 13 of the Knicks’ 14 playoff games, averaging 5.3 points and 5.5 rebounds over 14.2 minutes off the bench [2]. He is considered a key defensive player for the Knicks, particularly important for guarding Spurs star Victor Wembanyama [1].
This series marks the Knicks’ return to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999, adding to the stakes and intensity of Robinson’s potential impact [2].
The Knicks will tip off Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the Spurs Wednesday night with Robinson’s game status pending but expected to play [2].
