Mitchell Robinson Returns to Knicks Rotation for Finals Game 1

Mitchell Robinson made a successful return to the court for Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals, providing a vital boost to the Knicks' defensive rotation off the bench. Cleared following surgery to repair a fractured hand and broken pinky finger, Robinson participated in practice before contributing to the victory over the Spurs. While his return was a success, the specific circumstances regarding how he originally sustained his hand injury remain a mystery.