Knicks may part ways with Mitchell Robinson after NBA championship
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 2:22 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
The New York Knicks are reportedly unlikely to re-sign center Mitchell Robinson after winning the NBA title. Robinson, an unrestricted free agent, served as a key backup in the Knicks' championship run but may become a target for other teams due to salary cap concerns. Knicks owner James Dolan has stated a reluctance to exceed the second apron of the salary cap, complicating Robinson's return. The team's evaluation of Robinson's fit within their future plans could lead them to pursue alternative options at center.
- •Knicks won their first NBA title in 53 years with Robinson.
- •Robinson is an unrestricted free agent this summer.
- •Owner James Dolan is unwilling to pay into the second apron of the salary cap.
- •Robinson's offensive skill set limits his marketability outside of a backup role.
- •The team's direction may shift as they consider potential replacements.
- 2:22 AMYahoo Sports — Why the Knicks are likely to part ways with Mitchell Robinson despite NBA title
"New York won a title with Robinson as an effective backup center.
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