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Knicks Face Challenges Retaining Robinson Amid Free Agency

4/1/2026

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Mitchell Robinson of the New York Knicks heads into unrestricted free agency after a season, averaging 5.4 points and leading the NBA in offensive rebounds per 36 minutes.
Despite his health history and low scoring, he remains a significant asset for the Knicks.
The Knicks may face retention challenges due to luxury tax penalties.
The Knicks are considering free-agent acquisitions, including Tim Hardaway Jr. and Bones Hyland, unrestricted free agents.

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Mitchell Robinson of the New York Knicks heads into unrestricted free agency after a season, averaging 5.4 points and leading the NBA in offensive rebounds per 36 minutes.
Despite his health history and low scoring, he remains a significant asset for the Knicks.
The Knicks may face retention challenges due to luxury tax penalties.
The Knicks are considering free-agent acquisitions, including Tim Hardaway Jr. and Bones Hyland, unrestricted free agents.