Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Won't start Christmas Day
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Robinson is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Cavaliers.
Robinson drew the start Tuesday against the Timberwolves but will move to the bench for the Knicks' Christmas Day matchup with the Cavaliers as Jalen Brunson (ankle) and OG Anunoby (ankle) return to the starting lineup. The center has come off the bench in nine of his 20 appearances this season, averaging 5.6 points, 8.4 rebounds, 1.2 steals, 1.1 assists and 1.1 blocks in 18.4 minutes per contest in a reserve role.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Starting Tuesday
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Robinson will start against the Timberwolves on Tuesday, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.
With OG Anunoby and Jalen Brunson both sidelined with ankle issues Tuesday, Tyler Kolek and Robinson will join the first unit. In 10 starts so far this season, the big man has averaged 4.2 points, 8.7 rebounds and 1.1 blocks across 17.9 minutes per tilt.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Double-doubles with three stocks
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Robinson produced 21 points (7-8 FG, 7-8 FT), 16 rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal across 26 minutes during Friday's 116-107 loss to the 76ers.
Robinson recorded his first double-digit scoring game of the year, and it was also the first time this season he's hit consecutive free throws, which had the New York crowd going wild. However, with averages of 4.6 points, 8.7 rebounds and 1.1 blocks per game on the season, Mitchell can only be viewed as a shot-blocking and rebounding specialist in deep leagues.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Back in action Friday
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Robinson (ankle) is good to go for Friday's game against the 76ers.
Robinson isn't cleared for back-to-back sets and was held out Thursday against Indiana for maintenance. He's expected to reprise his usual role behind Karl-Anthony Towns on Friday.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Sitting out Thursday
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Robinson (ankle) won't play in Thursday's game against the Pacers, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.
Thursday is the first part of a back-to-back, so the Knicks are opting to hold Robinson out for left ankle injury management. Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) is also sidelined Thursday, which leaves New York in position to experiment with small-ball lineups. In terms of a potential streaming option, Guerschon Yabusele stands out as the most likely candidate to soak up the lion's share of the center minutes.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Questionable vs. Pacers
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Robinson (ankle) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Pacers.
With Thursday being the first half of a back-to-back, the Knicks are considering keeping Robinson out for left ankle injury management. Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) is also uncertain for Thursday, meaning New York could end up having a timeshare at center between Ariel Hukporti and Guerschon Yabusele.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Modest effort again Tuesday
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Robinson produced two points (2-8 FT), five rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal in 16 minutes during Tuesday's 117-101 victory over the Raptors.
Robinson shifted back to the bench with Karl-Anthony Towns returning from a one-game absence due to calf tightness. After being a regular fixture in the starting lineup to begin the season, it appears as though New York has gone away from the idea of playing two bigs, instead opting to play Robinson as the backup behind Towns. Through 16 games, Robinson has averaged 8.2 rebounds and 0.9 blocks in 17.5 minutes per contest, making him nothing more than a streaming option in standard formats.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Starting sans Towns
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Robinson will start against the Magic on Sunday.
With Karl-Anthony Towns (calf) sidelined, Robinson will enter the starting five for the first time since Nov. 22. In nine starts so far this season, the big man has averaged 4.0 points, 8.2 rebounds and 1.1 blocks in 17.1 minutes per contest.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Will play vs. Jazz
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Robinson (ankle) isn't listed on the injury report ahead of Friday's game against Utah.
Robinson sat out of the second half of New York's back-to-back Wednesday, but as expected, he'll be back in action Friday. The big man is averaging 2.3 points, 8.0 rebounds and 1.3 steals in his last four games, all off the bench.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Won't play vs. Hornets
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Robinson (ankle) is out for Wednesday's game against the Hornets.
Robinson is sitting out the second part of New York's back-to-back set. The expectation is that he'll return Friday against the Jazz. Robinson's absence could allow Ariel Hukporti to join the rotation.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Muted impact in loss
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Robinson provided one point (1-4 FT) and five rebounds over 16 minutes during Tuesday's 123-117 loss to the Celtics.
Robinson was purposefully sent to the charity stripe twice in the first quarter, with the Celtics taking advantage of his struggles at the line. He ultimately finished the game with fewer than three points for the third time in his last four appearances. The big man has come off the bench in four straight games, and he hasn't offered much from a fantasy perspective outside of his rebounding.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Available for Wednesday
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Robinson (illness) is available for Wednesday's game against Charlotte.
Robinson was a late scratch Monday against the Nets, but he's no longer appearing on the official injury report. New York's starting center is averaging just 17.1 minutes per game this season as the team continues to monitor his minutes very closely.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Listed out with illness
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Robinson (illness) is out for Monday's game against the Nets.
Robinson was a late addition to the injury report Monday, and he can be labeled as day-to-day with an illness ahead of Wednesday's contest in Charlotte. The Knicks tend to shift Karl-Anthony Towns to center during Robinson's absences, perhaps opening the door for Josh Hart to join the starting lineup Monday.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Dealing with illness
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Robinson (illness) is questionable for Monday's game against Brooklyn, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.
Robinson was a late addition to the injury report, presumably after waking up under the weather. He has been playing a very small role in the frontcourt thus far, averaging 16.8 minutes across eight November appearances. If he's unable to give it a go, the Knicks could turn to Guerschon Yabusele and possibly Ariel Hukporti.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Won't play Tuesday
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Robinson (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Memphis, Vincent Goodwill of ESPN.com reports.
The Knicks continue to limit Robinson's time on the court due to left ankle injury management, and he'll miss the front end of the team's back-to-back set. With the big man sidelined, Guerschon Yabusele and Landry Shamet are candidates for increased minutes, while Ariel Hukporti could crack the rotation. Robinson's next opportunity to suit up will come Wednesday against the Magic.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Questionable vs. Memphis
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Robinson (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Grizzlies.
Tuesday is the first half of New York's back-to-back set, which leaves Robinson in position to sit out one leg or the other. Josh Hart would likely see more playing time in the frontcourt if Robinson is out Tuesday, while Ariel Hukporti could join the rotation.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Grabs 10 boards with three swats
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Robinson registered eight points (4-5 FG, 0-1 FT), 10 rebounds, one assists, one steal, three swats and one turnover in 16 minutes during Wednesday's 137-114 victory over the Wolves.
Even in limited minutes, Robinson is capable of providing some low-end value with his output in boards (8.7) and blocks (1.7). However, it seems he'll consistently be rested on back-to-back sets, at least through the early stages of the season, which will make him a frustrating player to roster in fantasy hoops.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Not on injury report
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Robinson (rest) is available for Wednesday's game against Minnesota.
Robinson missed Monday's game against the Wizards as it was the second leg of a back-to-back set. Although he's been cleared for Wednesday, fantasy managers will want to be aware that coach Mike Brown indicated that the center will have a minutes restriction moving forward in an effort to keep him healthy.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Will be limited moving forward
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Head coach Mike Brown said Robinson (rest), who has already been ruled out for Monday's game against the Wizards, will be on a minutes restriction when he returns, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.
Brown previously said Robinson wouldn't have a minutes restriction ahead of his season debut in Friday's loss to Chicago, though the Knicks are now expected to limit his playing time when available. The team will continue to monitor the big man's availability, especially in back-to-back sets, and he has yet to log more than 20 minutes in a game. Over two regular-season appearances, he's averaged 2.0 points, 8.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.0 blocks in 16.5 minutes per contest. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday against the Timberwolves.
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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Won't play Monday
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Robinson (rest) won't play Monday against the Wizards.
Monday's game is the second leg of a back-to-back set, so Robinson will be held out for load management despite seeing just 13 minutes Sunday. Despite his per-minute upside, Robinson could be a frustrating player to roster in fantasy formats. Ariel Hukporti and Guerschon Yabusele could see a bump in playing time as a result Monday.
