Mitchell Robinson Injury Status Update for May 6th, 2026
Mitchell Robinson of the Knicks has been ruled out and will not play today. Mitchell was previously listed as Questionable before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 23rd game Mitchell has missed this season.
Mitchell Robinson Season Averages
Mitchell's absence leaves a significant hole in the Knicks rotation. Across 65 games this season, he's averaging 5.7 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 0.8 assists per game while playing 18.9 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18.9 | 5.7 | 8.4 | 0.8 | 3.4 |
Knicks Performance With & Without Mitchell Robinson
The numbers tell a clear story about Mitchell's value to the Knicks. With Mitchell in the lineup this season, the team is 40-19. Without him, they've gone 13-10. The Knicks's net rating is 3.5 points worse per 100 possessions when Mitchell plays, which is a substantial gap. Interestingly, the offense has actually been slightly more efficient without him (116.7 vs 119.4), though that can be a small-sample anomaly.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 40-19 | 13-10 | — |
| Off Rating | 119.4 | 116.7 | -2.7 |
| Def Rating | 112.2 | 113.0 | +0.8 |
| Net Rating | 7.3 | 3.8 | -3.5 |
| PPG | 116.7 | 115.8 | -0.9 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Mitchell Robinson?
When Mitchell sits, other Knicks players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, OG Anunoby and Karl-Anthony Towns stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Mitchell has been out this season, OG Anunoby has averaged 3.2 additional field goal attempts.
FGA: +3.2
When Mitchell has been out this season, Karl-Anthony Towns has averaged 3.0 more rebounds.
RPG: +3.0
Mitchell Robinson Betting Trends
For bettors, Mitchell's absence has historically had a measurable impact on the Knicks's lines and related player props. Here are the most notable trends when Mitchell has been out this season:
💰 Betting Trends (without Robinson) Mikal Bridges 3PM OVER: 16-5 (+11.2u, 1.7 / -117 avg. line) OG Anunoby STL OVER: 13-4 (+9.5u, 1.5 / +101 avg. line)
We'll continue to monitor Mitchell's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Knicks.