The absence of Mitchell Robinson has almost become the sad normal of the Knicks season. Hit in the ankle in early December, he missed almost four months of competition and his return was still uncertain. But Tom Thibodeau wanted to be reassuring last night.
An indisputable starter during the first quarter of the 2023-24 financial year, Mitch Rob’s year took a completely different turn when he had to undergo an operation to treat his ankle. Accustomed to physical problems, there was even talk of not seeing him again for the season.
But during the press conference ahead of the match against the Pistons, coach Thibs gave encouraging news regarding his pivot (via ESPN / New York Post).
“Mitchell moves pretty well. He can play again with contact. He’s starting training again and just needs a little more time. But overall he’s doing very well.”
Tom Thibodeau gives injury updates on OG Anunoby, Mitchell Robinson, and Julius Randle before the #Knicks matchup against the Pistons pic.twitter.com/XRUCattUDP
— New York Post Sports (@nypostsports) March 25, 2024
In a squad that has continued to deal with injuries for several weeks, the news comes at the right time.
During this time, it is clear that Isaiah Hartenstein has won the hearts of Knicks fans. Promoted to the major five in mid-December, Hartenstein electrified the racket with counterattacks, big rebounds and point-blank dunks. An impeccable riot of energy for the former Clippers.
If NY can count on this pair of pivots in a few weeks, hello the headache of the opposing interiors. We remember the site sent by Mitchell Robinson to Cleveland last year, Jarrett Allen is still under seal.
Mitchell Robinson’s defensive performance against the Cavaliers in the playoffs was spectacular.
Dominant force: pic.twitter.com/SojBKbKqIv
— DJ (@DJAceNBA) September 21, 2023
In the race for the Playoffs, the Knicks are still fourth, on the heels of their best friends the Cavs. Currently, a duel with Orlando (with home-field advantage) looms in the first round, but Jalen Brunson & co have eleven games left to go for the third spot. With Robinson potentially returning for the final regular season games – and injuries in Ohio – anything is possible.
If Mitchell Robinson is close to a return, we will nevertheless have to be patient for Julius Randle (shoulder) and OG Anunoby (elbow), who are not yet ready to return to the floor. Will the Knicks be able to play in the Playoffs with a full squad?
Sources texte : ESPN / New York Post
2024-03-26 13:13:00
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