Knicks' Mitchell Robinson undergoes surgery on injured pinky ahead of Finals
17 sources • 3 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 5:01 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson has undergone surgery for a pinky injury. His status for the Knicks' first NBA Finals in 27 years remains unclear. The injury adds uncertainty as the team prepares for the finals, having reached this stage for the first time since 1999. Robinson’s absence could impact the team's lineup and game strategy moving forward.
- •Robinson needed surgery on his pinky.
- •His status for the Finals is currently uncertain.
- •The Knicks are in their first NBA Finals in 27 years.
- •Robinson's injury could impact the team's game strategy.
- •The Finals begin shortly, with the Knicks eager to compete.
- 5:01 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks' Mitchell Robinson reportedly expected to be available for Game 1 of NBA Finals vs. Spurs
- 9:53 PMESPN NBA — Knicks mum on Robinson's status for Game 1
- 9:01 PMYahoo Sports — NBA Finals 2026: Mitchell Robinson injury situation still murky, but all signs point to him trying to play in Game 1
- 8:07 PMYahoo Sports — Robinson with Knicks for practice Tuesday, a day before Game 1 of NBA Finals
- 5:33 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks receives discouraging sign regarding Mitchell Robinson’s availability for Game 1
- 2:17 AMYahoo Sports — Knicks notes: Mitchell Robinson (finger) does individual work at practice again ahead of NBA Finals
- 10:32 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks Notebook: Mitchell Robinson (finger) does individual work at practice again ahead of NBA Finals
- 7:14 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks' Robinson works out at practice, status for Game 1 uncertain
"New York center Mitchell Robinson had a wrap on his right hand during the open portion of the Knicks' practice on Tuesday, as the team began wrapping up preparations for Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs. Robinson has a broken right pinkie finger, something that happened outside of a game or practice. “I don’t know (how) he’ll be listed on the injury report,” Knicks coach Mike Brown said before the practice.
"NEW YORK — Knicks center Mitchell Robinson did individual work at practice again on Monday, two days before Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Robinson underwent surgery last week for a broken pinkie finger on his right hand. “I’m waiting on the medical staff to let me know what the next step is,” coach Mike Brown said Monday after practice in Tarrytown, saying Robinson worked with assistant coach Mark ...
"Knicks center Mitchell Robinson did individual work at practice again on Monday, two days before Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Robinson underwent surgery last week for a broken pinkie finger on his right hand. “I’m waiting on the medical staff to let me know what the next step is,” head coach Mike Brown said Monday after practice in Tarrytown, saying Robinson worked with assistant coach Mark ...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 5:01 PMKnicks' Mitchell Robinson reportedly expected to be available for Game 1 of NBA Finals vs. Spurs
Robinson needed surgery last week on a broken finger on his right hand.
- ESPN NBAJun 2, 2026, 9:53 PMKnicks mum on Robinson's status for Game 1
The Knicks declined to reveal whether Mitchell Robinson will play in Game 1 of the NBA Finals due to his broken finger, though the center participated in individual drills during practice on Tuesday.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 9:01 PMNBA Finals 2026: Mitchell Robinson injury situation still murky, but all signs point to him trying to play in Game 1
After surgery on his right pinky, Robinson will need to be officially cleared by the Knicks’ medical team before he can participate in Game 1 on Wednesday. As of Tuesday afternoon, that hadn’t happened yet.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 8:07 PMRobinson with Knicks for practice Tuesday, a day before Game 1 of NBA Finals
New York center Mitchell Robinson had a wrap on his right hand during the open portion of the Knicks' practice on Tuesday, as the team began wrapping up preparations for Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs. Robinson has a broken right pinkie finger, something that happened outside of a game or practice. “I don’t know (how) he’ll be listed on the injury report,” Knicks coach Mike Brown said before the practice.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 5:33 PMKnicks receives discouraging sign regarding Mitchell Robinson’s availability for Game 1
The New York Knicks could be without center Mitchell Robinson for Game 1 of the NBA Finals after the latest update.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 2:17 AMKnicks notes: Mitchell Robinson (finger) does individual work at practice again ahead of NBA Finals
NEW YORK — Knicks center Mitchell Robinson did individual work at practice again on Monday, two days before Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Robinson underwent surgery last week for a broken pinkie finger on his right hand. “I’m waiting on the medical staff to let me know what the next step is,” coach Mike Brown said Monday after practice in Tarrytown, saying Robinson worked with assistant coach Mark ...
- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 10:32 PMKnicks Notebook: Mitchell Robinson (finger) does individual work at practice again ahead of NBA Finals
Knicks center Mitchell Robinson did individual work at practice again on Monday, two days before Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Robinson underwent surgery last week for a broken pinkie finger on his right hand. “I’m waiting on the medical staff to let me know what the next step is,” head coach Mike Brown said Monday after practice in Tarrytown, saying Robinson worked with assistant coach Mark ...
- Yahoo SportsMay 31, 2026, 7:14 PMKnicks' Robinson works out at practice, status for Game 1 uncertain
Mitchell Robinson did individual work at practice with his broken right pinky protected, but must be cleared by doctors to play in the NBA Finals.
- New York PostMay 30, 2026, 7:48 PMExclusive | Extent of Mitchell Robinson’s hand injury revealed as Knicks hope center suits up for NBA Finals - New York Post
Robinson underwent surgery recently, sources said, and there’s hope he’ll play Wednesday in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Robinson did not participate in practice Friday, and the Knicks are scheduled f…
- Yahoo SportsMay 30, 2026, 4:16 AMKarl-Anthony Towns and the Knicks are ready to step up amid Mitchell Robinson's injury
Mitchell Robinson sustained a broken pinky finger outside of team-related activities, so the rest of the Knicks must step up.
- ESPN NBAMay 29, 2026, 11:44 PMSources: Knicks' Robinson to play after surgery
Knicks center Mitchell Robinson plans to play in Game 1 of the NBA Finals while wearing a brace on his hand after undergoing surgery on his broken right pinkie finger, sources told ESPN.
- CBS NBAMay 29, 2026, 8:05 PMKnicks decline to say how Mitchell Robinson injured his pinky ahead of NBA Finals
The Knicks big man needed surgery, and his status for the team's first Finals appearance in 27 years is unclear
- hoopsrumors.comMay 29, 2026, 1:48 PMMitchell Robinson Undergoes Finger Surgery, Aims To Play In Game 1 - Hoops Rumors
Robinson reportedly suffered a broken right pinky earlier this week, but he's determined not to miss time due to the injury.
- CBS NBAMay 29, 2026, 1:42 PMKnicks' Mitchell Robinson hopes to play in Game 1 of NBA Finals after undergoing pinky surgery
Robinson has been a key part of New York's rotation during the run to the Finals
- NBCSports.comMay 29, 2026, 1:00 AMKnicks Mitchell Robinson breaks pinky finger on right hand, no timetable for a return - NBC Sports
This is a blow to a Knicks team that otherwise was set to enter the NBA Finals healthy.
- Heat.comMay 29, 2026, 12:53 AMKnicks C Mitchell Robinson suffers pinkie finger injury - NBA.com
Knicks center Mitchell Robinson has a broken right pinkie finger and there is no timetable for his return ahead of the NBA Finals.
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