Overview
- This weekend multiple outlets cited NBA insider Jake Fischer reporting that the Chicago Bulls, Charlotte Hornets, Los Angeles Lakers and Toronto Raptors are among teams expected to pursue Robinson in July.
- Robinson’s late-game defense on Victor Wembanyama and his offensive rebounding in the Finals have boosted his perceived value after limited regular-season minutes.
- He played through a fractured or broken right pinky during the Finals, an injury detail teams will factor into medical checks and contract offers.
- The Knicks hold Robinson’s Bird rights so they can exceed the cap to re-sign him, but projections show New York near or over the NBA’s second tax apron which will limit its ability to match large outside offers.
- League comparisons to recent backup-center moves suggest Robinson could command a meaningful pay bump, but teams will balance price against his spot role, injury history and how he fits alongside their starters.