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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson Viewed as Likely Free Agent Next Summer as Team Limits Workload

Cap pressure plus a durability plan steer New York toward a market-driven decision.

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - MARCH 28: Mitchell Robinson #23 of the New York Knicks looks on against the Milwaukee Bucks during the first quarter at Fiserv Forum on March 28, 2025 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Ian Begley reports the Knicks and Robinson did not hold advanced extension talks before the 2025/26 season.
  • Begley characterizes Robinson hitting free agency next summer as the most likely outcome if he stays healthy, with multiple teams expected to show interest.
  • New York continues to limit Robinson’s usage under a season-long plan, and he has appeared in three of eight games while averaging 16.3 minutes.
  • Celtics guard Payton Pritchard described a "relentless" approach to improvement in a ClutchPoints interview, emphasizing daily progress in his role.
  • Toronto’s Scottie Barnes is the only NBA player averaging at least 1.5 steals and 1.5 blocks per game early on, and Jakob Poeltl sat out Saturday in Philadelphia for lower back management.