May 29: Robinson has undergone surgery to repair the break in his pinky finger, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). According to Charania, the veteran center “fully plans” to play in Game 1 of the Finals next week. The expectation is that he’ll wear a brace on his right hand to protect the finger.
May 28: Mitchell Robinson suffered a broken right pinky finger earlier this week, according to James L. Edwards III and Fred Katz of The Athletic, who report that there’s no timetable for the Knicks center’s return.
It’s unclear how Robinson broke his pinky, per The Athletic.
The injury news has been confirmed by several other outlets, including ESPN (Twitter link).
While the unknown timeline may seem a little ominous, that doesn’t necessarily mean Robinson will miss any of the NBA Finals, with New York set to face either Oklahoma City or San Antonio on Wednesday for Game 1. It simply means his availability is currently unclear.
Still, Robinson’s absence would certainly be felt if he’s unable to suit up. He’s physically imposing, a fantastic rebounder, and a strong, versatile defender.
Robinson, who has been plagued by injuries throughout his eight years in the league, made 60 regular season appearances in 2025/26, his most since ’21/22. The 7’0″ big man averaged 5.7 points, 8.8 rebounds, 1.2 blocks and 0.9 steals in 19.6 minutes per night, leading the league in offensive rebounding percentage and ranking in fourth in offensive rebounds per game (4.2), note Edwards and Katz.
Robinson has been a key part of New York’s identity throughout the season and has appeared in 13 of the Knicks’ 14 playoff games, but his playing time (14.2 MPG) has been cut back due to opponents intentionally fouling him; he has converted just 30.2% of his 3.3 free throw attempts per game in the postseason. He’s averaging 5.3 PPG and 5.5 RPG so far in the playoffs.
The 36th overall pick in the 2018 draft, Robinson has spent all eight of his NBA seasons with the Knicks, the team that drafted him. He’ll be an unrestricted free agent this summer if he doesn’t sign a veteran extension before then.
Second-year center Ariel Hukporti and fourth-year forward Jeremy Sochan are among the candidates for more playing time if Robinson is sidelined during the finals.
Say it ain’t so. You still have your legs for defense and other hand. Let’s go Knicks!!!
It’ll be interesting to see if he plays through this. Yes, you can tape it up, but the pain will still be there if it gets hit. I know a lot of guys would sit with this injury and rightly so. We’ll see.
Luckily for the Knicks, Game 1 is almost a week away. Hopefully the swelling is down and he can play through it. Just need 15-20 minutes a game. I think he’ll make it.
Get well soon. Knicks are hot but will kept swept either way.
Ill be impressed if the knicks can win ONE game in the finals
Even before this injury happened
I imagine some of you making these proclamations also never thought they’d make it this far, let alone in such dominating fashion so…
Either way they definitely need a healthy Mitch to have any chance, however big or small it may be.
Dominating fashion lol
They played weak ass hawks sixers cavs
They played who they played. But HOW they played is the difference. Setting records for dominance. I’m not saying they can dominate OKC or San Antonio like that. But they’re not going to be doormats either. LGK!
Shoulda wrapped him in gauze and placed him on a shelf until the Finals
I hope it doesn’t negatively affect his jumper or free throws! 😱
He’ll be fine. LGK!
Mann if he doesnt tape up this finger and play….
Well thats setting a great example for kids…
This was supposed to be a reply to Mitch dosing up on opiods
He’ll probably tape his fingers and take some pain killers. The pain will still be there, but he should still be able to do what he does.
Yeah, He’ll still be able to miss free throws.
Lol correct. He’ll also still be able to get offensive rebounds and contest shots.
Don’t know how bad the break is but I’m hopeful that he’ll be able to play. And y’all are underestimating my Knicks. Don’t know why this idea that the Knicks can’t compete with the West persists.
Because they’re about to play a really good team. The Hawks, Sixers, and Cavs are awful compared to Spurs and Thunder.
Obviously true, but the Knicks are playing at a very high level and will have a huge rest advantage.
It’s probably because both San Antonio and OKC are far better teams. Have you been watching hoops this year?
Have you noticed this version of the Knicks is not the same one from the regular season? Since when were they playing through Kat as much, not to mention some of the other adjustments Brown has made?
Yes, they probably still lose but it’s also an incomplete comparison to make. Brown said he would experiment during the regular season and that’s essentially how things have played out now that the bright lights are on.
I’ve watched the Knicks and yes they can go hot or cold. But they have great talent all throughout their starting five with Brunson, Towns, AG, Bridges and Hart. And they are now playing well as a team with good depth. I do’t know why some are dismissing their chances. I give them a 50-50 chance to win it all.
in the end they will either win or they will lose. i just hope everyone has a good time.
He’ll have to wrap it up and play, at least some minutes, even if he’s just out there for defense. Hands are a big part of offensive rebounding, and finishing off lobs/put backs. That’s the sum of his offensive contributions.
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Yeah lol
He’ll be fine. Just wear a small splint. And tape it to the 4th finger. Dribbling is the problem. He’s not a guard. I have faith in the Hukster. Has till Jun 3.
Now Mike Breon have an excuse why they cant run the offense through him LMAO
His free throw percentage will go down from 40% to 30%