Mitchell Robinson suffers broken finger, status unclear for Knicks
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: May 30, 2026, 7:53 PM
Last updated May 30, 2026
New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson has suffered a broken finger, which poses a setback for the team. The injury comes just ahead of pivotal playoff games, raising concerns about his return timeline. Robinson’s contribution has been vital for the Knicks this season, making the injury particularly impactful. Further assessments are needed to determine a recovery plan and his potential return to the court.
- •Mitchell Robinson suffers a broken finger during a recent practice.
- •The injury has occurred just before the NBA Finals.
- •Robinson's return timetable is currently unclear for the Knicks.
- •The team relies heavily on his presence in the lineup.
- 7:53 PMBleacher Report — New Knicks Rumors Reveal Mitchell Robinson Injury Details Ahead of NBA Finals - Bleacher Report
- 7:50 PMYahoo Sports — Mitchell Robinson injury update: Latest news, return timetable on Knicks center after suffering broken finger
- 6:52 PMBleacher Report — Mitchell Robinson Injured Before NBA Finals, Latest Rumors on Status, Return Timeline for Knicks - Bleacher Report
"New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson reportedly "plans to play" in Game 1 of the NBA Finals after undergoing surgery on his broken right pinky finger, ESPN's Shams Charania reported on Friday.
"New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson is reportedly dealing with a fractured fifth metacarpal on his right hand.
"New York got bad news on its backup center ahead of the NBA Finals.
Sources
External links- Bleacher ReportMay 30, 2026, 7:53 PMNew Knicks Rumors Reveal Mitchell Robinson Injury Details Ahead of NBA Finals - Bleacher Report
New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson is reportedly dealing with a fractured fifth metacarpal on his right hand.
- Yahoo SportsMay 30, 2026, 7:50 PMMitchell Robinson injury update: Latest news, return timetable on Knicks center after suffering broken finger
New York got bad news on its backup center ahead of the NBA Finals.
- Bleacher ReportMay 29, 2026, 6:52 PMMitchell Robinson Injured Before NBA Finals, Latest Rumors on Status, Return Timeline for Knicks - Bleacher Report
New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson reportedly "plans to play" in Game 1 of the NBA Finals after undergoing surgery on his broken right pinky finger, ESPN's Shams Charania reported on Friday.
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