The New York Knicks may be on a hot streak, but they’ve been doing it without the full strength of their roster. Key players OG Anunoby and Mitchell Robinson have been sidelined, leaving gaps in both the starting lineup and the rotation. Anunoby suffered an injury during the Knicks’ loss to the Los Angeles Lakers last week, while Robinson has yet to play this season as he recovers from offseason foot surgery.
Although neither player has returned to action, both are progressing in their recovery. With the trade deadline approaching, the Knicks could potentially seek reinforcements to bolster their roster, adding another layer of intrigue to the team’s current surge.
Mitchell Robinson, the Knicks’ defensive anchor and rebounding specialist, has been cleared to resume practicing with the team, a development that has head coach Tom Thibodeau optimistic about his progress. “It’s good to have him cleared for contact, and then you have to see how he responds to contact the day after,” Thibodeau said. “But he’s doing great. He’s chomping at the bit. So you just have to go step by step.”
Before his foot injury, Robinson was a key contributor for New York, averaging 5.6 points, 8.5 rebounds, 1.2 steals, and 1.1 blocks per game while shooting 57.5% from the field across 31 contests. His dominance on the glass was vital during the Knicks’ playoff run, and his all-around impact as a center has been a cornerstone of the team’s recent success.
As for OG Anunoby, the Knicks can be optimistic about his recovery, as he’s expected to return relatively soon from his injury. “Day to day, you see each day how he responds,” head coach Tom Thibodeau said.
Anunoby has been a key contributor for New York this season, averaging over 16 points per game while shooting above 48% from the field in 49 games. Known as one of the league’s premier two-way players, he’s become a vital part of the Knicks’ success on both ends of the floor. The fact that his injury isn’t considered serious is a significant relief for the organization and a promising sign that the team is trending toward better health in the near future.
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