Knicks' Mitchell Robinson plots NBA Finals return despite surgery
Mitchell Robinson of the New York Knicks is determined to play in the NBA Finals despite undergoing surgery for a broken pinkie finger. He sustained the injury during the Eastern Conference Finals against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Robinson has been a significant contributor to the team and plans to wear a brace on his hand for the Finals.
- ▪Mitchell Robinson plans to play in Game 1 of the NBA Finals after surgery for a broken right pinkie finger.
- ▪He was injured during Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
- ▪Robinson averaged 5.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 0.6 blocks during the Knicks' playoff run.
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