New York Knicks Consider Trading Injury-Prone Mitchell Robinson for Cheaper Backup Center Option

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Knicks reportedly looking to bring back Isaiah Hartenstein as a cheaper backup center option
New York Knicks considering trading Mitchell Robinson
Robinson averaged 5.6 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 1.1 blocks per game in the 2023-24 regular season
Robinson's injury history may make him an attractive trade target for teams looking for size
Two years left on Robinson's contract with roughly $27.3 million remaining
New York Knicks Consider Trading Injury-Prone Mitchell Robinson for Cheaper Backup Center Option

The New York Knicks are reportedly considering trading center Mitchell Robinson as they attempt to retain Isaiah Hartenstein in free agency. Robinson, who finished the 2023-24 regular season with averages of 5.6 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 1.1 blocks per contest while shooting 57.5% from the field in only 31 games, has two years left and roughly $27.3 million remaining on his contract.

Despite Robinson's defensive prowess and impressive career averages of 8.0 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks per contest while shooting 70.1% from the field in 320 regular season games, his injury history may make him an attractive trade target for teams looking for size.

The Knicks had a successful season as the second seed in the Eastern Conference with a record of 50-32, but they lost to the Indiana Pacers in Game 7 of the second round. Robinson was among several players who were injured during their playoff run.

Robinson's potential departure could leave an opening for cheaper options at the backup center spot. The Knicks are reportedly looking to bring back Hartenstein, who averaged 8.4 points and 8.8 rebounds as a starter in Robinson's absence.

The Lakers, Grizzlies, and Pelicans are among the teams closely monitoring the center position during this offseason. The Knicks have contacted opposing teams about trading Robinson, but no deal has been reached yet.

Robinson's injury history and potential impact on team chemistry could be factors in any trade negotiations. It remains to be seen which team will ultimately acquire his services.



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Doubts
  • Isaiah Hartenstein's free agency status is not confirmed in the article, but it is stated that the Knicks are 'reportedly looking to bring him back'
  • The article does not mention any specific injury Robinson suffered during the playoffs or its impact on his trade value

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  • Unique Points
    • The Knicks have discussed trading Mitchell Robinson as they attempt to retain Isaiah Hartenstein in free agency.
    • Robinson has two years left and roughly $27.3 million remaining on his contract.
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  • Unique Points
    • Robinson finished the 2023-24 regular season with averages of 5.6 points, 8.5 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 1.1 blocks per contest while shooting 57.5% from the field in only 31 games.
    • Robinson's career averages are 8.0 points, 7.9 rebounds and 1.9 blocks per contest while shooting 70.1% from the field in 320 regular season games.
  • Accuracy
    • The New York Knicks have been discussing trades involving center Mitchell Robinson.
    • Isaiah Hartenstein is expected to re-sign with the Knicks.
    • Robinson has two years remaining on his contract, earning $14.3 million for 2024-25 and $12.9 million for 2025-26.
    • Robinson's defense is a valuable asset, with career averages of 1.9 blocks and 0.9 steals in 24.5 minutes per game.
    • The Knicks finished the season with the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference and made it to the second round of the playoffs.
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  • Unique Points
    • The New York Knicks are reportedly open to trading Mitchell Robinson.
    • Mitchell Robinson finished the 2023-2024 regular season with averages of 5.6 points, 8.5 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 1.1 blocks per contest while shooting 57.5% from the field in only 31 games.
    • Robinson’s career averages are 8.0 points, 7.9 rebounds and 1.9 blocks per contest while shooting 70.1% from the field in 320 regular season games.
    • The Knicks have contacted opposing teams about trading Mitchell Robinson.
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    • Robinson has two years left and roughly $27.3 million remaining on his contract.
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    • The Lakers, Grizzlies, and Pelicans are closely monitoring the center position.
    • The center position will be a topic of discussion on 6/21/2024.
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    • ]The Lakers, Grizzlies, and Pelicans are closely monitoring the center position.[
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  • Unique Points
    • The Knicks are looking for someone who can run their second unit and improve their bench offense.
    • Atlanta’s Bogdan Bogdanovic was a sixth man of the year candidate last season and could fit well with Miles McBride in New York’s reserves.
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    The article contains selective reporting as the author only discusses trade proposals that make sense for the Knicks and does not mention any potential disadvantages or reasons why other teams might not accept those proposals. For example, in the first trade proposal, the author states that 'I believe it would take more than just this offer to pry him away from the Hawks.' However, no reasons are given as to why it would take more than just this offer. Similarly, in another proposal, the author states that 'These first-rounders aren't thought of in the same way as they used to be.' This statement implies that other teams do not value the Knicks' first-round picks as much as they used to, but no evidence is provided to support this claim.
    • I believe it would take more than just this offer to pry him away from the Hawks.
    • These first-rounders aren't thought of in the same way as they used to be.
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