New York City, NY – The New York Knicks are facing yet another setback as center Mitchell Robinson has been ruled out for at least six to eight weeks with a stress injury to his left ankle. This unfortunate news comes after Robinson’s ongoing struggle with injuries throughout the season.
Robinson, who underwent surgery on the same ankle back in December, has been in and out of the lineup due to recurring ankle issues. His absence will undoubtedly put added pressure on the Knicks’ starting center, Isaiah Hartenstein, who will have to step up in Robinson’s absence. Precious Achiuwa is expected to fill in as the backup center.
The loss of Robinson is a significant blow to the Knicks, who was having a career season before his injury. Known for his dominant presence in the paint and leading the NBA in offensive rebounding, Robinson’s absence will be felt, especially on the defensive end. The Knicks, the league’s top offensive-rebounding team, will now have to adjust their game plan without Robinson’s contributions.
Stress injuries are often a result of overuse, indicating the toll that the season has taken on Robinson’s body. His injury adds to a growing list of injured Knicks players, including All-Star power forward Julius Randle and forward Bojan Bogdanović, who are also sidelined with season-ending injuries.
Head coach Tom Thibodeau will have to navigate the team’s rotation with limited options, as injuries continue to plague the Knicks during a critical juncture in the season. With the playoffs in full swing, the Knicks will have to rely on their depth to overcome the absence of key players like Robinson.
As the Knicks face adversity, they will need to rally together and find ways to overcome the challenges posed by injuries. With their playoff hopes on the line, the team will have to dig deep and find a way to compete at a high level without key pieces in the lineup. The road ahead will not be easy, but the Knicks will look to persevere and keep their postseason aspirations alive.