Knicks' Mitchell Robinson reportedly suffers broken finger, a potential major blow entering NBA Finals
Mitchell Robinson of the New York Knicks has been diagnosed with a broken right pinky finger, raising concerns about his availability for the NBA Finals. The Knicks are currently in the Finals for the first time since 1999 and have been performing strongly in the postseason. Robinson's injury could significantly impact the team's chances of winning their first title since 1973.
- ▪Robinson has no timeline for his return, and it's unclear when he sustained the injury.
- ▪The Knicks have won 11 straight games in the postseason, showcasing their dominance.
- ▪Robinson has struggled with injuries throughout his career but had been healthy this season until now.
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- ▪ Knicks center Mitchell Robinson has a broken right pinkie finger, AP source says — Yahoo Sports
- ▪ Knicks' Robinson has broken finger, sources say — ESPN — Top
- ▪ Mitchell Robinson suffers broken pinky in big Knicks NBA Finals worry — New York Post
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New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson has been diagnosed with a broken right pinky finger and has no timeline for a return, according to The Athletic. It's unclear when Robinson suffered the injury or whether he'll be ready for Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals on Wednesday against either the Oklahoma City Thunder or San Antonio Spurs. The Knicks, who are in the Finals for the first time since 1999, have been dominant in the postseason. They've won 11 straight games dating back to Game 4 of the first round, when they trailed the Atlanta Hawks 2-1. They then swept the Philadelphia 76ers and Cleveland Cavaliers in the second round and Eastern Conference Finals to represent the East in the Finals.
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