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Mitchell Robinson Uncertain for Knicks’ Opener as Team Implements Load Management

Mike Brown is prioritizing preservation following injury-plagued years.

TORONTO, ON - MARCH 27: Josh Hart #3 and Mitchell Robinson #23 of the New York Knicks go to the basket against Jordan Nwora #13 and Mouhamadou Gueye #16 of the Toronto Raptors during the first half of their basketball game at the Scotiabank Arena on March 27, 2024 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 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 Mark Blinch/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 29: Mitchell Robinson #23 and Josh Hart #3 of the New York Knicks celebrate after a play during the first half in Game Five of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs against the Detroit Pistons at Madison Square Garden on April 29, 2025 in New York City. 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 Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
Nov 15, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Dejounte Murray (5) shoots past New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) and center Mitchell Robinson (23) in the second half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown talks with guard Jordan Clarkson (00) during the first half of an NBA preseason basketball game against the Philadelphia 76ers in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Sunday, Oct. 4, 2025. (AP Photo/Altaf Qadri)

Overview

  • Brown said Monday that Robinson’s availability for Wednesday’s game against the Cavaliers is uncertain due to load management.
  • Robinson and Josh Hart, who has a back issue, did not practice Monday, leaving both players’ statuses for the opener in question.
  • The Knicks limited Robinson to three preseason appearances and plan a season-long, preservation-focused workload.
  • Guerschon Yabusele and Ariel Hukporti are expected to absorb many center minutes when Robinson rests.
  • Robinson played 17 games last season after an ankle injury and is valued for elite rim protection and offensive rebounding when available.