Trending Now - Knicks Face Major Setback as Mitchell Robinson Breaks Pinky
WHO:
Bleacher Report - Knicks head coach Mike Brown stated that Robinson didn't break his finger in a game or at practice.
Sportskeeda - NBA insider Shams Charania reported on the injury.
Sportskeeda - Knicks center Mitchell Robinson has suffered a broken right pinky finger.
Daily Mail Sports - Mitchell Robinson has helped the Knicks reach the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999.
WHAT:
Bleacher Report - Robinson reportedly "plans to play" in Game 1 of the NBA Finals after undergoing surgery on his broken right pinky finger.
Bleacher Report - Robinson finished with eight points and 10 rebounds off the bench during the Knicks' Game 4 victory over the Cavaliers to clinch a spot in the Finals.
Bleacher Report - Mitchell Robinson reportedly "plans to play" in Game 1 of the NBA Finals after undergoing surgery on his broken right pinky finger.
Bleacher Report - Robinson averaged 5.7 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks in 19.6 minutes per game during the 2025-26 season, shooting 72.3 percent from the field.
Bleacher Report - Robinson recorded 5.3 points and 5.5 rebounds in 14.2 minutes per game across 13 postseason appearances.
NBA.com - The Knicks are set to play Game 1 of the NBA Finals next Wednesday on the road against either Oklahoma City or San Antonio.
NBA.com - The Knicks returned to practice at home on Thursday.
NBA.com - Robinson appeared in 13 of New York’s first 16 games through the first three rounds of the playoffs.
NBA.com - Robinson played more than 17 minutes off the bench in the Eastern Conference finals-clinching victory at Cleveland.
NBA.com - Robinson has been the subject of fouling from opponents due to his free throw shooting issues, where he is 13 of 43, resulting in a shooting percentage of 30.2%.
NBA.com - The Knicks are set to play Game 1 of the NBA Finals next Wednesday on the road against either Oklahoma City or San Antonio.
NBA.com - The Knicks have a postseason record of 12-2, with a victory margin of 19.4 points per game, and have won 11 consecutive games, which is tied for the third-longest winning streak within one postseason.
NBA.com - Mitchell Robinson is averaging 5.3 points and 3.0 rebounds in the playoffs, and he has made 13 of 43 free throws, resulting in a shooting percentage of 30.2%.
NY Post - The Knicks could be without one of their big men going into the NBA Finals.
Fox News Sports - Mitchell Robinson's broken right pinky puts the Knicks' NBA Finals rotation in jeopardy.
Daily Mail Sports - The Knicks are eyeing their first championship in more than 50 years.
WHERE:
Daily Mail Sports - The Knicks are competing in the NBA Finals.
WHEN:
Fox News Sports - The timetable for Mitchell Robinson's return has not been set ahead of Game 1 of the NBA Finals.
WHY:
Newsweek - Stephen A. Smith demanded that Robinson play in the NBA Finals after his recent surgery.
Sportskeeda - Fans are suggesting extreme measures, such as cutting off the pinky, due to the severity of Robinson's injury.
Sportskeeda - Knicks fans are panicking due to the severity of Robinson's injury.
HOW:
Bleacher Report - The Knicks owned a 39.5 offensive rebounding percentage with Robinson on the floor during the regular season compared to a 29.8 offensive rebounding percentage with him off.
Sportskeeda - Reports indicate that the injury is serious enough that fans are suggesting extreme measures, such as cutting off the pinky.
(UPDATED May 29, 2026 21:31 UTC)
Robinson is reportedly planning to play in Game 1 of the NBA Finals after undergoing surgery on his broken right pinky finger. He contributed eight points and 10 rebounds off the bench during the Knicks' Game 4 victory over the Cavaliers, which secured their spot in the Finals. Notably, sports commentator Stephen A. Smith has called for Robinson to take the court in the upcoming championship series following his recent surgery.
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(UPDATED May 29, 2026 19:47 UTC)
In a positive update for Knicks fans, Mitchell Robinson plans to play in Game 1 of the NBA Finals after undergoing surgery on his broken right pinky finger, according to Bleacher Report. Coach Mike Brown confirmed that Robinson didn't sustain the injury during a game or practice, and during the 2025-26 season, he averaged 5.7 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks in nearly 20 minutes per game. Notably, the Knicks had a significantly higher offensive rebounding percentage of 39.5 with Robinson on the floor compared to just 29.8 when he was off.
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(UPDATED May 29, 2026 18:03 UTC)
The Knicks are gearing up to play Game 1 of the NBA Finals next Wednesday, and they'll be hitting the road to face either Oklahoma City or San Antonio. Fans are eagerly anticipating this matchup as the teams prepare for the championship showdown. With the stakes high, the excitement is building for what promises to be an unforgettable series.
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(UPDATED May 29, 2026 16:14 UTC)
The Knicks are back on the court, returning to practice at home. This marks an important step as they gear up for the upcoming season. Fans are eager to see how the team will shape up as they prepare for their first game on October 18, 2026.
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(UPDATED May 29, 2026 12:00 UTC)
Robinson has been a key player for New York, appearing in 13 of the team's first 16 playoff games. He contributed significantly in the Eastern Conference finals-clinching victory at Cleveland, playing over 17 minutes off the bench. However, he has faced challenges with fouling from opponents, struggling with his free throw shooting at just 30.2%, making only 13 of 43 attempts.
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(UPDATED May 29, 2026 08:16 UTC)
The Knicks are gearing up to play Game 1 of the NBA Finals next Wednesday on the road against either Oklahoma City or San Antonio. They have an impressive postseason record of 12 wins and 2 losses, boasting a victory margin of 19.4 points per game, and have won 11 consecutive games, tying for the third-longest winning streak in a single postseason. Meanwhile, Mitchell Robinson is averaging 5.3 points and 3.0 rebounds in the playoffs, with a free throw shooting percentage of 30.2% after making 13 of 43 attempts.
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(UPDATED May 29, 2026 06:20 UTC)
NBA insider Shams Charania has reported that the Knicks may be facing a significant challenge as they head into the NBA Finals, potentially missing one of their key big men. Fans are expressing their concern over the severity of Mitchell Robinson's injury, with some even suggesting extreme measures like cutting off a pinky. As the team prepares for the Finals, the impact of this injury could be crucial to their performance.
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(UPDATED May 29, 2026 01:37 UTC)
Mitchell Robinson, the center for the Knicks, has suffered a broken right pinky finger, raising concerns about the team's rotation as they prepare for the NBA Finals. This injury comes at a critical time, as the Knicks are aiming for their first championship in over 50 years, and the timetable for Robinson's return remains uncertain ahead of Game 1. Fans are understandably anxious about the severity of the injury, with some even suggesting drastic measures like amputating the pinky to ensure his availability.