Knicks' Mitchell Robinson Out for Season, Team Applies for Disabled Player Exception

Backup center Isaiah Hartenstein expected to fill in, Knicks may change approach to trade deadline.

Mitchell Robinson, the New York Knicks' starting center, is projected to miss the rest of the season due to an ankle injury.
The Knicks have applied for a Disabled Player Exception worth $7.8 million, indicating that they expect Robinson to be out until at least June 15.
Isaiah Hartenstein, one of the NBA’s best backup centers, is expected to fill in for Robinson.
The Knicks may change their approach to the trade deadline due to Robinson's extended absence.
Robinson was having a breakout season, leading the league in offensive rebound rate and making a case for All-Defense.