Boston Celtics sign Mitchell Robinson from New York Knicks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 5:07 PM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
The Boston Celtics have signed center Mitchell Robinson to a three-year deal worth $47.4 million. Robinson joins after spending eight years with the New York Knicks, contributing to their championship run. He averaged 5.7 points and 8.8 rebounds in 60 games last season and ranked eighth in Defensive Player of the Year voting. The move comes as the NBA free agency negotiation period opens, although official contracts cannot be signed until July 6.
- •Mitchell Robinson signs three-year, $47.4 million deal with Celtics
- •Robinson averaged 5.7 points, 8.8 rebounds last season
- •He played a key role on the NBA Champion Knicks
- •Robinson ranked eighth in Defensive Player of the Year voting
- •Official contract signings begin on July 6
- 5:07 PMYahoo Sports — Boston Celtics signing key member of New York Knicks championship team
"The 7-footer brings elite defense, rebounding, and valuable playoff experience
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