The New York Knicks have already landed their big man for the future.
Trading for Karl-Anthony Towns was a huge move, and with their current roster, he’s most likely going to slide back to his usual center position.
That’s why Mitchell Robinson has officially become the odd man out.
While it would make a lot of sense for them to keep him around, given his defensive prowess, Kris Pursiainen reported that the Knicks are currently fielding calls for his services (Via NBA Central).
The New York Knicks are taking calls on Mitchell Robinson, per @krispursiainen pic.twitter.com/ijUWW4q4IJ
— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) September 29, 2024
Robinson is the longest-tenured Knick on the current roster.
He’s got the potential to be among the Defensive Player of the Year candidates, as he can hold his own on the perimeter and also be an elite protector.
However, like Towns, he also has a tendency to get into foul trouble every now and then.
For years, Robinson has reportedly been frustrated with his role, and he’s made it loud and clear that he sees himself as more than just a rim-running big man or the fifth-scoring option.
Perhaps keeping him around as a sixth man would only make that situation worse, and the Knicks have no choice but to make a business decision.
Even so, should they move him, they would still need to go hunting for another big, as Jericho Sims is still a little raw.
Whatever the case, multiple teams could and should be interested in going after the Knicks’ big man, and it’ll be interesting to see what they can get in return for his services.
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